Description
Pumpkin Bread French Toast is a cozy fall breakfast featuring thick slices of spiced pumpkin bread soaked in a rich custard, then pan-fried until golden and crisp. It’s warm, comforting, and perfect with maple syrup or whipped cream.
Ingredients
- 8 slices pumpkin bread (preferably day-old, sliced thick)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Butter or oil, for cooking
- Maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk (or half-and-half), vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Dip each slice of pumpkin bread into the custard mixture, soaking for 10–15 seconds per side.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Place soaked slices on the skillet and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Transfer to a plate and keep warm while cooking the remaining slices.
- Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use slightly dry or stale pumpkin bread to avoid sogginess.For extra texture, coat edges in chopped nuts or crushed cereal before cooking.Add a splash of bourbon or rum to the custard for a boozy brunch version.Make it vegan by using plant-based milk and egg substitute.Freeze leftovers for up to 2 months and reheat in toaster or oven.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
