Pumpkin French Toast
Why Make This Recipe
Pumpkin French Toast is a delightful and cozy way to start your day. It’s perfect for fall, but you can enjoy it anytime! The combination of pumpkin, spices, and creamy eggs creates a delicious flavor that makes breakfast feel special. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be served with various toppings to suit your taste.
How to Make Pumpkin French Toast
Ingredients:
- 4 slices of bread
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Optional toppings (such as whipped cream, nuts, or additional cinnamon)
Directions:
- In a bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Place the coated bread in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and your favorite toppings.
How to Serve Pumpkin French Toast
Serve Pumpkin French Toast warm right off the skillet. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with optional toppings like whipped cream, nuts, or extra cinnamon. This dish pairs well with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a comforting breakfast experience.
How to Store Pumpkin French Toast
If you have leftovers, let the French toast cool down and then place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place it in a skillet over low heat until warmed through or warm it in the microwave.
Tips to Make Pumpkin French Toast
- Use thick slices of bread for a better texture. Brioche or challah works great!
- Adjust the spices to your liking. If you love cinnamon, feel free to add more!
- Make sure the skillet is hot enough before adding the bread to avoid soggy French toast.
Variation
You can easily switch up this recipe by using different spices, such as ginger or cloves. For a creamier texture, add a splash of cream instead of milk. If you want a nutty flavor, consider adding chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
FAQs
Can I use canned pumpkin for this recipe?
Yes, canned pumpkin works well! Just make sure it’s pure pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling.
What kind of bread is best for French toast?
Thick bread like brioche or challah is ideal because it absorbs the pumpkin mixture without falling apart.
Can I freeze Pumpkin French Toast?
Yes, you can freeze it! Place cooled slices between parchment paper and store them in an airtight container. Reheat in the toaster or oven for best results.
Pumpkin French Toast
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Pumpkin French Toast is a delightful and cozy breakfast idea perfect for fall, combining pumpkin, spices, and creamy eggs for a flavorful start to your day.
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 4 slices slices of bread (Use thick bread like brioche or challah for best results.)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (Canned pumpkin works well; ensure it’s pure pumpkin puree.)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (For a creamier texture, you can substitute with a splash of cream.)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (Adjust the spices to your taste.)
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (Feel free to use other spices like ginger or cloves for variation.)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking (Melt a small amount in the skillet.)
- Maple syrup (for serving) (Serve warm with maple syrup.)
- Optional toppings (such as whipped cream, nuts, or additional cinnamon) (Customize according to preference.)
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
Cooking
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are coated.
- Place the coated bread in the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Serving
- Serve warm with maple syrup and your favorite toppings.
Notes
If you have leftovers, let the French toast cool down and then place it in an airtight container. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, use a skillet over low heat or warm it in the microwave. To freeze, layer cooled slices between parchment paper and store in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 200
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 6
