Description
Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin French Toast Recipe. Perfectly spiced and topped with a luscious homemade whipped pumpkin butter, this dish transforms ordinary breakfast into a festive experience. Whether you’re enjoying it on a leisurely Sunday morning or serving it at your next brunch gathering, the combination of pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice creates an inviting aroma that will impress everyone at the table. This easy-to-make recipe yields 12 servings, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or holiday festivities.
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 2/3 cup milk (whole, low-fat, or skim)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 12 slices Texas toast (or French bread)
Instructions
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter until melted.
- In a rectangular baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Quickly dip each slice of bread in the mixture to coat both sides before placing them on the skillet.
- Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- For whipped pumpkin butter, beat softened butter until fluffy; then mix in pumpkin puree, maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until light.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Use stale bread for better absorption of the egg mixture. Adjust spices to suit your taste preference. Serve warm with toppings like maple syrup or fresh fruit for added flavor.