Description
This Fall Pumpkin French Toast breakfast recipe combines the warmth of seasonal spices with creamy pumpkin puree to create a cozy, flavorful start to your day. Perfectly soaked thick-cut bread slices are cooked to golden perfection and served with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and optional nuts, embodying the essence of autumn in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Mixture
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or substitute almond or oat milk)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon salt
Bread and Cooking
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (such as brioche or challah)
- Butter or oil for cooking (about 1 tablespoon)
Serving
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
- Pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth and well combined.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak for about 30 seconds on each side so the bread absorbs the flavors without becoming soggy.
- Heat the Pan: Place a skillet or griddle on medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter or heat oil until shimmering but not smoking.
- Cook the Bread: Arrange the soaked bread slices on the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
- Keep Warm: Transfer the cooked French toast to a warm plate or oven set to low heat while cooking the remaining slices, ensuring they stay hot and fresh.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the French toast warm topped with maple syrup, a dusting of powdered sugar, and chopped nuts if desired for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh pumpkin puree for richer flavor when possible by roasting and pureeing pumpkin before use.
- Try different bread types like sourdough or cinnamon-raisin to vary the flavor profile.
- Adjust spices to taste by adding cloves or allspice for enhanced fall flavors.
- Prepare the pumpkin mixture ahead of time and refrigerate overnight for convenience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Fall pumpkin french toast, pumpkin breakfast, autumn breakfast recipe, cinnamon French toast, seasonal breakfast, pumpkin puree recipe
