Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast: A Delicious Fall-Inspired Recipe to Start Your Day
If you’re looking to add a touch of warmth and flavor to your mornings, this Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast is the perfect choice! Infused with rich pumpkin puree and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each slice is a delightful treat that wraps you in the essence of fall. Whether it’s a busy weekday or a leisurely weekend brunch, this recipe makes for an easy yet impressive dish that everyone will love. Serve it topped with maple syrup and nuts for a satisfying crunch, and enjoy the smiles it brings to your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices thick bread (brioche or challah)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup
- Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, spices, salt, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Dip each slice of bread into the batter until soaked but not soggy.
- Cook bread slices in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup and optional toppings like powdered sugar or chopped nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg