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Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast

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Pumpkin French Toast is a fall-inspired breakfast made with whole wheat bread dipped in a pumpkin-spiced egg custard and pan-fried until golden. Topped with maple syrup and powdered sugar, it’s a cozy and flavorful seasonal twist on a classic.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

3 large eggs

½ cup canned pumpkin purée

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

8 slices whole wheat bread

2 teaspoons unsalted butter (divided, for cooking)

Optional toppings: maple syrup, powdered sugar, whipped cream, or pecans

Instructions

  1. In a shallow bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin purée, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth. Add a splash of milk if mixture is too thick.
  2. Dip bread slices into the custard, coating both sides evenly.
  3. Heat 1 teaspoon butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 slices of coated bread and cook 3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  4. Repeat with remaining butter and bread slices.
  5. Serve warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use brioche, challah, or Texas toast for a softer, custard-like center.
  • Add pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon and nutmeg for convenience.
  • Mix custard the night before for a quicker morning prep.
  • For a baked version, cube bread and bake with custard at 350°F for 35–40 minutes.

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