Pumpkin French Toast Recipe
This Pumpkin French Toast recipe combines the rich flavors of pumpkin puree and warm spices with fluffy bread for a perfect fall-inspired breakfast treat. Made with simple ingredients and cooked to golden perfection, it’s an easy and delicious way to start your day.
- Author: Victoria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Griddle
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Wet Ingredients
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Spices
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Others
- Butter (for griddle or pan)
- 10 slices brioche bread (or your favorite bread)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
- Butter (for serving)
- Powdered sugar (for serving)
- Preheat griddle: Preheat your electric griddle and set it aside to ensure it’s warm and ready for cooking.
- Make custard mixture: In a 9×13 pan or large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until fully combined.
- Prepare griddle: Butter the surface of the preheated griddle to prevent sticking and add flavor.
- Dip and cook bread: Dip each slice of brioche bread on both sides into the pumpkin-egg mixture, allowing it to soak slightly. Transfer the coated bread slices carefully onto the griddle. Cook until the underside is golden brown, about 3 to 4 minutes, then flip and cook the other side until also golden brown. Repeat this process with all slices until the mixture is used up.
- Serve: Serve the warm Pumpkin French Toast topped with maple syrup, additional butter, and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
- Storage and tips: Pumpkin French Toast is best enjoyed the same day fresh and warm. However, leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat in the toaster or microwave before serving.
Notes
- Using a 9×13 pan for the egg mixture makes dipping the bread easier due to its shallow depth.
- If you don’t have an electric griddle, a non-stick skillet over medium heat works well as a substitute.
- Brioche bread adds a rich texture, but any sturdy bread will work.
- Do not use pumpkin pie filling as it contains added sugars and spices that can alter the taste.
- French toast is best served fresh but can be stored safely in the fridge or freezer as noted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Pumpkin French Toast, Fall Breakfast, Pumpkin Recipe, Easy French Toast, Spiced French Toast