Description
A cozy and comforting breakfast dish that combines pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg for a delightful autumn treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of thick-cut bread
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (any type)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- A pinch of salt
- Butter for cooking
- Maple syrup or toppings of your choice (like whipped cream, pecans, or fresh fruit)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are generously coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of butter.
- Place the soaked bread slices in the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and slightly crispy.
- Serve warm with a drizzle of maple syrup or your favorite toppings.
Notes
For best texture, use day-old bread. Feel free to experiment with spices and toppings to customize this dish to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 10
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: pumpkin, french toast, breakfast, autumn, cozy, brunch