Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin French Toast Recipe. This easy-to-make breakfast dish combines the richness of pumpkin puree with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, resulting in a comforting meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Topped with a homemade whipped pumpkin butter, each bite offers a sweet and creamy experience that will leave your taste buds singing. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or enjoying a quiet morning at home, this Pumpkin French Toast is sure to impress. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a festive breakfast that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk (whole, low-fat, or skim)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 12 slices Texas toast (or alternative bread)
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your non-stick skillet over medium heat and melt a small amount of butter.
- In a rectangular baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, ensuring both sides are coated before placing them on the skillet.
- Cook each slice for about 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- For the whipped pumpkin butter, beat softened butter with a hand mixer until fluffy; mix in pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until combined.
- Serve hot with whipped pumpkin butter and additional toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg