Description
Welcome cozy mornings with this warm and comforting Fall Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast, the perfect seasonal twist on a classic favorite. Thick slices of bread are soaked in a velvety pumpkin spice custard, then pan-fried to golden perfection. Topped with caramelized apples, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar, it’s a dreamy option for quick breakfast ideas, easy brunch recipes, or even a sweet dinner delight. This easy recipe is perfect for fall food ideas and cozy mornings.
Ingredients
3 large eggs
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
3/4 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
Pinch of salt
6 slices thick-cut bread (brioche, challah, or Texas toast)
Butter or neutral oil for frying
2 apples peeled and diced
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Splash of lemon juice
Maple syrup for serving
Butter for serving
Powdered sugar for garnish
Instructions
1. Whisk eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, spices, and salt until smooth.
2. Pour mixture into a shallow dish and soak bread 20 to 30 seconds per side.
3. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and grease lightly.
4. Cook soaked bread 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
5. In a saucepan, sauté apples with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice until soft.
6. Serve French toast topped with caramelized apples, butter, and maple syrup.
Notes
Use day-old or slightly stale bread for best texture.
Mashed sweet potato can replace pumpkin puree if needed.
Custard mixture can be prepared one day ahead and refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 140mg