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Fall Pumpkin French Toast

A warm, cozy French toast recipe infused with pumpkin puree and topped with caramelized apples, perfect for autumn breakfasts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, Fall
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 2 pieces eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk splash of cream recommended for richness
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract use high-quality for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger
For Cooking
  • 4 slices thick bread brioche or challah recommended
  • 2 tablespoons butter for frying
For the Topping
  • 2 pieces apples, sliced use your favorite variety
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar for caramelizing apples
  • Maple syrup for serving
  • Powdered sugar for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin spice until well blended.
  2. Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin spice custard, ensuring they soak up that delicious mixture.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter until it bubbles softly.
  2. Place the soaked bread slices into the skillet. Cook until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side.
  3. In another pan, sauté the sliced apples with brown sugar until they caramelize.
Serving
  1. Serve the French toast topped with caramelized apples, a drizzle of maple syrup, and a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15g

Notes

For storage, allow to cool and keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat by toasting or in a skillet.

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