Cozy Autumn Pumpkin French Toast
This cozy autumn pumpkin french toast recipe is the perfect treat for a chilly morning. Each slice is soaked in a rich, spiced pumpkin custard, then pan-fried until golden brown.
Equipment
- Shallow dish or pie plate
- Whisk
- Large non-stick skillet or griddle
Ingredients
French Toast
- 4 slices Thick-sliced bread challah, brioche, or day-old white bread
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree 100% pumpkin, not pie filling
- 2 Large eggs
- 0.5 cup Milk dairy or non-dairy
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
- Salt Pinch
- 1 tablespoon Butter or oil for pan-frying
Instructions
Preparation
- In a shallow dish, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil until shimmering.
- Dip each bread slice into the pumpkin mixture for 20-30 seconds per side.
- Transfer soaked bread to the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add more butter or oil as needed, repeating the soaking and cooking process for remaining slices.
- Serve warm with desired toppings like maple syrup, whipped cream, or powdered sugar.
Notes
For extra flavor, use a spiced rum or bourbon extract in place of vanilla. You can also add a pinch of clove for more depth of flavor. This recipe can be easily doubled or tripled to feed a crowd. It pairs well with a side of crispy bacon or sausage.