Pumpkin French Toast
A warm and cozy fall breakfast favorite, Pumpkin French toast is a delightful twist on the classic dish, featuring spiced pumpkin custard-soaked bread.
Ingredients
For the Custard
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade) Use fresh pumpkin puree for better flavor if desired.
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp salt
For the French Toast
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 2 Tbsp butter (for cooking) Additional butter may be needed for cooking more slices.
Optional Toppings
- powdered sugar For serving.
- maple syrup For serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, melting it to coat the bottom of the pan.
Cooking
- Take a slice of bread and dip it into the pumpkin custard mixture, allowing it to absorb the liquid for a few seconds on each side.
- Place the soaked bread slice onto the preheated skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.
- Flip the bread carefully and cook the other side for an additional 3-4 minutes until golden and set, adjusting heat as necessary.
- Serve the pumpkin French toast immediately, topped with powdered sugar and drizzled with maple syrup if desired.
Notes
This dish can be made in larger batches; keep finished slices warm in an oven set to low until serving. Enhance with toppings like chopped pecans or whipped cream.