What are some variations of and topping for pumpkin French toast?

You can customize your pumpkin French toast by adding ingredients like cinnamon, nutmeg, almond extract, or brown sugar to the batter. Or top it with things like maple syrup, powdered sugar, Maple Whipped Cream , mini chocolate chips, and/or chopped nuts like pecans, walnuts, or pistachios.

Can I make pumpkin French toast ahead of time?

Yes, you can make a batch of pumpkin French toast ahead of time and reheat it when you're ready to eat. Just store the cooked slices in the refrigerator and reheat them in the oven or toaster.

What kind of bread is best for pumpkin French toast?

Any kind of slightly stale and/or sturdy bread great. I usually use a whole grain bread because it's healthier. But, breads like challah, brioche, or French bread are especially good for pumpkin French toast because they can absorb the pumpkin mixture without becoming too soggy.

Pumpkin French Toast

Name: Pumpkin French Toast
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 4 eggs; 1/4 cup milk (any kind will work); 1/2 cup pureed pumpkin (NOT pumpkin pie mix); 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla (here’s how to make vanilla extract); a pinch of salt; 8 bread slices (slightly stale is preferred); Oil or butter, for greasing the pan; Serving suggestion: butter, real maple syrup, and/or Maple Whipped Cream

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Pumpkin French Toast

Whip up a bit of fall into your french toast batter and enjoy some extra nutrition at the same time. This recipe is a family favorite in our house!

Yield: 4 servings (2 pieces each) 1x

Prep: 10 minutesCook: 5 minutesTotal: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

4 eggs
1/4 cup milk (any kind will work)
1/2 cup pureed pumpkin (NOT pumpkin pie mix)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla (here’s how to make vanilla extract)
a pinch of salt
8 bread slices (slightly stale is preferred)
Oil or butter, for greasing the pan
Serving suggestion: butter, real maple syrup, and/or Maple Whipped Cream

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Instructions

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Preheat a large pan or griddle over medium low heat.
Whisk egg, milk, pumpkin, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt in a shallow dish.
Grease the pan using butter, coconut oil, or avocado oil. When a few water drops sizzle in the pan, it is hot enough to begin.
Dip bread slices, one at a time, in the batter, turning them over to get them completely soaked. Give them a minute to really soak in the goodness!
Cook the battered bread slices for about 2 minutes on each side. The french toast is done when both sides are golden brown and there is no more visible raw egg.
Serve with butter, maple syrup, and/or Maple Whipped Cream.

Freeze For Later: Make french toast, let cool completely, and freeze in single layers (divided by parchment paper) in a tightly-sealed freezer bag or container.

Prepare From Frozen: I like to microwave my pieces for 10-20 seconds and then toast them using the regular toaster setting. Or, you can toast frozen pieces on the “defrost” setting until warmed through.

Notes/Tips

Sub for pumpkin: You can replace the pumpkin with sweet potato puree or butternut squash puree.
Use stale bread: It’s best to use stale bread because it absorbs the egg mixture better without becoming too soggy.
Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook the French toast in batches, if necessary, to ensure that each slice has enough space to cook evenly. Overcrowding the pan can lead to uneven browning.

Cuisine: French Method: Stove Top

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