25-Minute Pumpkin French Toast: An Absolute Game-Changer
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A delicious autumn breakfast featuring thick slices of bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin custard and pan-fried until golden brown.
- Author: Milo
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings (2 slices each) 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (brioche or challah work best)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil for cooking
- Maple syrup and powdered sugar for serving
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak for 15-20 seconds per side.
- Place the soaked bread slices on the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Repeat with remaining bread, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
- Serve immediately with maple syrup and a dusting of powdered sugar.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for best results as it absorbs the custard better without falling apart.
- Adjust the pumpkin pie spice to your taste preference.
- Keep cooked French toast warm in a 200°F oven while finishing the batch.
- For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 145mg