a delicious fall-inspired Recipe
Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of fall with this Pumpkin French Toast, featuring thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin batter. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, it’s topped with maple syrup and optional nuts for a delightful treat that will brighten your morning!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Batter:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or a 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)
Additional:
- 4 slices of thick bread (like brioche or challah)
- Butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving
- Powdered sugar, for garnish (optional)
- Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk. Whisk until smooth. Add vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, salt, and brown sugar (if using). Whisk until well combined. Let the batter sit for a few minutes to meld the flavors.
- Preheat and Coat: Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Add a tablespoon of butter or oil to coat the surface.
- Dip and Soak: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin batter, ensuring they are thoroughly coated. Let them soak for a few seconds on each side.
- Cook French Toast: Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side. Repeat with remaining slices, adding more butter or oil as needed.
- Serve: Stack two slices of French toast on a plate. Drizzle with maple syrup and sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired. Top with chopped pecans or walnuts for added crunch.
- Additional Tips: For an extra festive touch, add whipped cream on top. Serve with crispy bacon or sausage for a savory balance. Store leftover batter in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Stir before using again.
Notes
- For a fun twist, consider adding chocolate chips or dried cranberries to the batter before soaking the bread.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar based on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of French toast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
