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Pumpkin French Toast

Pumpkin French Toast: Cozy Fall Breakfast Delight

This Pumpkin French Toast is a delightful seasonal dish that brings cozy fall flavors to your breakfast table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 4 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Use almond or soy milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Do not use pumpkin pie filling.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Can be replaced with maple syrup or coconut sugar.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg or allspice.
  • 1 teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice Create your own mix if not available.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Coconut oil can substitute for dairy-free cooking.
  • 8 slices Brioche Bread Other bread types can be used depending on preference.
For Serving
  • Maple Syrup Adjust to taste.
  • Butter Adjust to taste.
  • Powdered Sugar Adjust to taste.

Equipment

  • electric griddle
  • Mixing Bowl
  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your electric griddle or non-stick skillet over medium heat to around 350°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 4 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1 cup of pumpkin puree, 1/4 cup of light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Lightly butter the griddle with about 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter.
  4. Dip slices of brioche bread into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides are well-soaked.
  5. Cook each soaked slice for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the other side.
  6. Serve immediately while warm, drizzled with maple syrup or topped with additional butter and powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately and adjust toppings according to preference.

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