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Pumpkin French Toast with Pumpkin Butter and Maple Syrup Recipe

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This Pumpkin French Toast recipe is a delightful autumn-inspired breakfast that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice with rich brioche bread. Soaked in a spiced pumpkin custard, then pan-cooked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious homemade pumpkin butter, maple syrup, and a dusting of powdered sugar, it’s a comforting and festive way to start your day.

Ingredients

French Toast

  • 4 large eggs, beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1 loaf brioche, sliced into 1″-thick slices
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided

Pumpkin Butter

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, slightly softened
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch of kosher salt

To Serve

  • Maple syrup, for drizzling
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the custard mixture: In a shallow baking dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of kosher salt until well combined.
  2. Soak the bread: Place the brioche slices into the pumpkin custard mixture, allowing them to soak for about 30 seconds on each side so that the bread absorbs the flavors but does not become too soggy.
  3. Cook the French toast: Heat 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Add two soaked slices at a time and cook until golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Remove and repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter as needed.
  4. Make the pumpkin butter: In a medium bowl, use a mixer to whip the softened unsalted butter together with pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of kosher salt until the mixture is light, fluffy, and well combined.
  5. Serve: Spread the pumpkin butter generously on the warm French toast slices. Sprinkle with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting autumn flavors.

Notes

  • Use brioche bread for the best texture and flavor; challah or thick-cut white bread can be good alternatives.
  • Ensure the skillet is at medium-low heat to cook the French toast evenly without burning.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond or oat milk and use vegan butter.
  • Leftover French toast can be refrigerated and gently reheated in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness.
  • Adjust pumpkin pie spice to your preference for more or less warmth and spice.

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