Description

Elevate your autumn mornings with this Fall Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast Recipe. Thick slices of brioche bread soak in a creamy pumpkin and spice mixture, creating a warm, comforting dish perfect for cozy weekends or festive brunches. Drizzled with pure maple syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon, each bite is a sweet embrace of fall flavors that will delight your family and friends.

Ingredients

Scale

4 thick slices brioche bread
1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
2 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
2 tbsp pure maple syrup (for serving)

Instructions

In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Dip each slice of brioche into the pumpkin mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds on each side.
Cook the soaked bread on the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
Serve hot with a generous drizzle of maple syrup and an optional sprinkle of extra cinnamon.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 240mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 140mg

Keywords: For best results, use day-old bread for optimal absorption of the custard mixture. You can enhance the flavor by adding chocolate chips or nuts to the batter. This recipe can be prepared ahead—mix the wet ingredients the night before and store them in the fridge.