Description
Transform your morning with this cozy Fall Pumpkin French Toast, a gourmet breakfast that captures the essence of the season. Featuring thick slices of brioche soaked in a rich, spiced pumpkin custard, each piece is seared to golden perfection. Paired with crispy turkey bacon for a delightful savory crunch, this comforting, egg-based dish is the ultimate way to enjoy crisp autumn mornings. It is quick, easy, and undeniably decadent, making every bite feel like a special occasion.
Ingredients
8 thick slices of brioche or challah bread
1 cup pumpkin puree (canned)
4 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 strips turkey bacon
Instructions
In a shallow baking dish, whisk the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon until smooth.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter.
Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin custard for 10 seconds per side.
Place soaked bread into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
Cook turkey bacon in a separate skillet until crispy.
Serve warm with an extra drizzle of maple syrup and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Reheat in a toaster oven to restore crisp edges.
If missing pumpkin pie spice, substitute with a blend of ground ginger, cloves, and extra cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices of French Toast with 2 strips of turkey bacon
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg