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Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast

A delicious fall-inspired recipe that combines the flavors of pumpkin and warm spices for a perfect breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin French Toast Batter
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 1 cup milk whole or any preferred milk
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Bread
  • 8 slices thick bread such as brioche or challah
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup for serving
  • 1/4 cup whipped cream optional
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional

Method
 

Prepare the Batter
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, milk, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth.
  2. Let the batter sit for a few minutes to thicken slightly.
Cook the French Toast
  1. Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Dip each slice of bread into the batter, ensuring both sides are coated.
  3. Place the coated bread onto the griddle and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
Serve
  1. Serve the pumpkin French toast warm, topped with maple syrup, whipped cream, and chopped pecans if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a richer flavor, use homemade pumpkin puree. Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to your taste.

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