Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin French Toast Recipe. Perfectly spiced and topped with a swirl of homemade whipped pumpkin butter, this dish transforms any breakfast into a festive occasion. Ideal for weekend brunches or quick weekday meals, it combines creamy pumpkin puree with warm spices, creating an irresistible morning treat. Serve your French toast hot, drizzled with maple syrup or paired with crispy turkey bacon for a savory contrast. With its family-friendly appeal and easy preparation, this recipe ensures everyone will love the comforting taste of autumn.
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 French bread)
Instructions
- Preheat a 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 smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, coating both sides well.
- Cook the coated bread in the skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the whipped pumpkin butter, beat together room temperature butter, pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until fluffy.
- Serve hot with whipped pumpkin butter on top and additional toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Use slightly stale bread to prevent sogginess. Customize the spice levels by adjusting cinnamon or adding nutmeg for extra warmth. Enjoy with various toppings like fresh berries or yogurt for a nutritious twist.