Description
Indulge in a delightful fall breakfast with this Pumpkin Pie French Toast, paired with a homemade pumpkin syrup that’s bursting with autumn flavors. Perfect for a cozy morning, this recipe combines the rich taste of pumpkin pie with the classic comfort of French toast, making it an irresistible start to your day.
Ingredients
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For the French Toast:
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 slices of bread (preferably thick, like Texas toast)
For the Homemade Pumpkin Syrup:
- 1 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the French Toast Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- Soak the Bread: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated. Let it soak for a few seconds on each side.
- Cook the French Toast: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or non-stick spray. Cook the soaked bread slices for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the Homemade Pumpkin Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the maple syrup, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cinnamon. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the syrup is heated through and well combined.
- Serve: Serve the French toast warm, drizzled with homemade pumpkin syrup. Add a dusting of powdered sugar or extra cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- For an extra touch, sprinkle some chopped pecans or walnuts on top before serving.
- You can substitute the maple syrup with honey if preferred.
- The recipe can be doubled or halved depending on your needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American, Fall
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg