Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast
A simple and flavorful breakfast dish featuring pumpkin puree and warm spices.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Skillet
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 4 slices thick bread (like brioche or challah)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or homemade)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or a non-dairy alternative)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for sweetness)
- butter or oil for cooking
- maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and brown sugar (if using).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter or oil.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, coating both sides evenly.
- Place the coated bread in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of cloves or allspice to the pumpkin mixture.