Pumpkin Spice French Toast
Pumpkin spice French toast combines eggs and milk with pumpkin purée and warm spices to create a moist, tender interior with a crisp, golden exterior. The dish is cooked on a skillet until perfectly browned, then served with powdered sugar and maple syrup for an indulgent breakfast. Its soft crumb and aromatic aroma make it a cozy, comforting morning treat.
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Calories: 350kcal
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Shallow Dish
- Non-stick skillet or griddle
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread (e.g., brioche or Texas toast) preferably day-old for better soaking
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin purée canned or cooked fresh pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves blend
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for cooking
- to taste powdered sugar for dusting
- to taste maple syrup for drizzling
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients and tools: a shallow dish, a whisk, and a skillet or griddle.
- In the shallow dish, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined. You should see a slightly frothy, orange-tinted batter.
- Heat your skillet over medium heat until it’s hot enough that a drop of water sizzles and evaporates quickly. Add the butter and let it melt, bubbling softly and giving off a nutty aroma.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side, until it’s evenly coated but not soggy.
- Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet, pressing slightly to ensure contact. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
- Check that the French toast is cooked through: it should be crisp on the outside and tender inside, with a warm aroma filling the air.
- Transfer the cooked French toast to a serving plate. Dust generously with powdered sugar and drizzle with warm maple syrup for the perfect finish.
- Serve immediately while still warm, and enjoy the cozy flavors and crispy texture of your pumpkin spice French toast.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, top with toasted pecans or a dollop of whipped cream. Adjust spices to your taste for more warmth or sweetness.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 80mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 250mg | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg