Description
Seasonal Pumpkin French Toast That Turns Breakfast Into a Cozy Escape is a delightful twist on classic French toast, combining the warmth of pumpkin and spices for a comforting breakfast that feels like a hug on a plate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree unsweetened
- 3 large eggs beaten
- 1/2 cup milk almond or dairy
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup optional
- for sweetness
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon freshly ground preferred
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
- 8 slices gluten-free bread preferably sturdy and slightly day-old for better soaking
- 1 tablespoon butter for frying
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree, beaten eggs, milk, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add the butter to melt.
- Dip each slice of gluten-free bread into the pumpkin mixture, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side.
- Place the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm with additional maple syrup, if desired, and enjoy your cozy escape!
Notes
For best results, use slightly day-old bread to help it soak up the mixture without becoming too soggy. Feel free to customize the spices to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg
Keywords: Seasonal Pumpkin French Toast, Cozy Breakfast, Gluten-Free French Toast, Pumpkin Recipes, Comfort Food