Gluten-Free Pumpkin French Toast
This dish consists of slices of gluten-free bread soaked in a custard made with pumpkin puree, eggs, and spices, then cooked until golden brown. The final result features crispy edges with a soft, custardy interior, infused with warm pumpkin and spice flavors, resembling traditional French toast but with a seasonal twist.
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Calories: 250kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Shallow Dish
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 3 slices gluten-free bread slices preferably slightly stale
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree fresh or canned
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk dairy or plant-based
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg optional
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup for mixing into custard and serving
- a pinch salt
- 1 tablespoon butter butter or oil for cooking
Instructions
- Start by whisking together your eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, maple syrup, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the custard into a shallow dish or wide bowl, making it easy to dip the bread slices thoroughly.
- Dip each slice of gluten-free bread into the custard, allowing it to soak for about 20-30 seconds so it absorbs the flavorful mixture but doesn't become too soggy.
- Preheat your non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat, then add a tablespoon of butter or oil to coat the surface.
- Carefully place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet, letting the edges sizzle as they start to cook.
- Cook for about 3-4 minutes, until the bottoms are golden brown and crispy, then flip gently using a spatula.
- Cook the other side for another 3-4 minutes until equally golden and cooked through, filling your kitchen with warm, spiced aromas.
- Transfer the finished slices to a plate and repeat with the remaining soaked bread, adding more butter or oil to the skillet as needed.
- Serve the pumpkin French toast warm, topped with additional maple syrup, whipped cream, or toppings of your choice.
Notes
Use slightly stale bread to prevent sogginess and ensure crispy edges. Adjust cooking time for thicker slices to avoid undercooking the centers. Feel free to add nuts or dried fruit into the custard for extra texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 8mg