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Pumpkin French Toast

Irresistibly Cozy Pumpkin French Toast for Your Fall Mornings

This Pumpkin French Toast transforms breakfast into a cozy autumn experience with a soft, custardy center and warm spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 8 slices Challah bread, brioche, or Texas toast Feel free to swap with your favorite bread.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin puree Use 100% pumpkin puree, not pie filling.
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy or non-dairy options like almond, soy, or oat milk.
  • 4 large Eggs Beaten; essential for binding.
  • ½ cup Heavy cream Optional; substitute with more milk for a lighter dish.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown sugar Coconut sugar is a great alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar Consider reducing for a less sweet result.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice Can use a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Almond extract can be used as an alternative.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adjust according to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg Adjust according to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves Adjust according to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing flavors.
For Cooking
  • 3 tablespoons Butter for cooking Can use oil or non-dairy butter if desired.

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • shallow dish
  • griddle or non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Pumpkin French Toast
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of pumpkin puree with 1 cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy) and 4 beaten eggs. Whisk these ingredients together until smooth and creamy. If you're using heavy cream for added richness, stir it in now.
  2. Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of brown sugar and 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar to the pumpkin mixture. Whisk thoroughly until the sugars are fully dissolved.
  3. Now, add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and a dash of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to your batter. Whisk until well combined.
  4. Pour the pumpkin-custard mixture into a shallow dish, ensuring it's wide enough for your bread slices to fit comfortably.
  5. Take your bread slices and dip them into the pumpkin batter. Allow each slice to soak for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side.
  6. Preheat a griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a pat of butter to each cooking surface. Once the pan is hot, carefully place the soaked bread slices on it.
  7. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  8. Once cooked, transfer the Pumpkin French Toast to a warm plate. Top generously with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 140mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

Expert Tips: Soak bread smartly, control heat for cooking, keep warm if making multiple batches, and use creative toppings.

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