Cozy Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast for Your Fall Mornings

Enjoy a delightful Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast that captures the essence of autumn.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Resting Time 10

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 280

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Batter

4 slices Thick Bread (brioche or challah) Use for best structure and flavor.
1 cup Pumpkin Puree Adds moisture and flavor.
2 large Eggs Essential for binding.
1 cup Milk Non-dairy alternatives work.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Elevates flavor.
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Infuses warmth.
1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Complements pumpkin.
1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger Optional for mild spice.
1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Optional for added sweetness.

For Cooking

Butter or Oil Use for cooking.

For Serving

Maple Syrup Complementary topping.
Powdered Sugar Optional for garnish.
Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional topping for crunch.

Equipment

skillet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until smooth.
Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt. Add brown sugar if desired.
Let the batter rest for about 5-10 minutes.
Melt butter or oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Dip each slice of bread into the batter, soaking for about 10 seconds on each side.
Cook soaked bread in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle with maple syrup, adding optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, keep the skillet at medium heat and use thick slices of bread for texture.

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