Description

This Pumpkin French Toast recipe is a perfect fall-inspired breakfast that combines the warm spices of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger with creamy pumpkin puree to create a deliciously comforting start to your day. Using thick slices of brioche or challah, this french toast is dipped in a spiced pumpkin batter, cooked to golden perfection in a skillet, and served with maple syrup and optional nuts for added texture and flavor.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 slices of 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

Toppings

Maple syrup, for serving
Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)

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Instructions

Prepare the batter: In a mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, salt, and brown sugar until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Heat the skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat and coat it lightly with butter or oil to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
Dip the bread: Carefully dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin batter, ensuring both sides are thoroughly coated and soaked but not overly saturated to avoid sogginess.
Cook the french toast: Place the coated bread slices in the preheated skillet and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes on each side, until they turn golden brown and slightly crisp on the outside.
Serve: Serve the pumpkin french toast warm, topped with a drizzle of maple syrup, and optionally sprinkled with powdered sugar and chopped pecans or walnuts for added taste and texture.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah for best results as it holds the batter well without falling apart.
For a dairy-free version, substitute regular milk with almond, oat, or soy milk and use plant-based butter or oil for cooking.
You can adjust the spices according to your preference for a milder or more intense flavor.
Optional brown sugar adds sweetness; adjust or omit based on your taste.
Serve immediately for best texture; french toast tends to get soggy as it cools.
Add nuts such as pecans or walnuts for extra crunch and nutrition.