Description

This Pumpkin French Toast recipe offers a cozy twist on a breakfast classic by incorporating rich pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Perfect for autumn mornings or whenever you crave a comforting, flavorful start to your day. Thick slices of brioche or challah soaked in a spiced pumpkin egg mixture are fried to golden perfection and served with maple syrup and powdered sugar for an irresistible treat.

Ingredients

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French Toast Mixture

4 large eggs
1 cup milk
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

For Cooking & Serving

8 slices of thick bread (like brioche or challah)
Butter for frying (about 1 tablespoon)
Maple syrup for serving
Powdered sugar for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Heat the Skillet: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add about a tablespoon of butter; allow it to melt and coat the pan.
Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides soak for a few seconds so the bread absorbs the flavorful batter.
Cook the French Toast: Fry the soaked bread slices in the skillet for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side or until both sides are golden brown and slightly crisp.
Serve: Remove the French toast from the skillet and serve warm, topped with maple syrup and a light dusting of powdered sugar for added sweetness and presentation.

Notes

Use thick, sturdy bread like brioche or challah for the best texture and to prevent the bread from becoming too soggy.
Adjust the amount of spices according to taste; feel free to add a bit more cinnamon for extra warmth.
You can prepare the pumpkin mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
For a dairy-free option, substitute the milk with almond or oat milk, and use a dairy-free butter alternative for frying.