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Golden pumpkin French toast stack drizzled with maple syrup and topped with powdered sugar and chopped pecans on white plate, showcasing perfect fall breakfast with warm autumn spices and seasonal pumpkin recipes inspiration

Homemade Pumpkin French Toast - The Perfect Autumn Morning Treat

This pumpkin French toast recipe combines the cozy flavors of autumn spices with creamy pumpkin puree for a golden, custardy breakfast. Indulgent yet nutritious, it’s the perfect way to elevate your fall mornings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings (4 slices)
Course: Breakfast & Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick bread brioche or challah
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or oat milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar optional
  • Butter or coconut oil for cooking
  • Maple syrup for serving
  • Powdered sugar for garnish
  • Chopped pecans or walnuts optional

Method
 

  1. Whisk pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until smooth.
  2. Add vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and brown sugar; whisk until fully combined.
  3. Let batter rest 5 minutes for flavors to meld.
  4. Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat; coat with butter or oil.
  5. Dip bread slices in batter for 10–15 seconds per side.
  6. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and custardy inside.
  7. Stack on plates, drizzle with maple syrup, dust with powdered sugar, and top with nuts.

Notes

Use thick, day-old bread for best texture. Avoid over-soaking bread to prevent sogginess. Cook over medium heat to ensure even browning without burning.