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Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast

Fall in Love with Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast Delight

Enjoy a delightful Pumpkin French Toast Breakfast, a perfect fall recipe that satisfies cravings for something comforting.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 slices Thick Bread (e.g., brioche or challah) Any bread suitable for French toast can work.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Homemade puree or butternut squash puree can substitute.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitute needed for binding.
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy alternative like almond milk or soy milk can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Vanilla bean paste can be used for a more intense flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Consider using apple pie spice for a variation.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Half the amount of ground allspice works as a substitute.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Ginger Fresh grated ginger can be used for a stronger flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt No substitute needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar Optional; granulated sugar or maple syrup can also be used.
For Cooking
  • Butter or Oil Use butter for flavor, oil for a lighter option.
For Serving
  • Maple Syrup Add optional toppings like powdered sugar and chopped nuts.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • non-stick skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, and milk until smooth in a mixing bowl.
  2. Fold in vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and brown sugar. Let rest.
  3. Preheat a skillet over medium heat with butter or oil.
  4. Dip bread slices into the batter to coat thoroughly on both sides.
  5. Cook the soaked bread slices in the skillet for about 3-4 minutes on each side.
  6. Repeat the cooking process for remaining slices, adjusting heat as necessary.
  7. Serve warm, topped with maple syrup and optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Experiment with different types of thick bread like cinnamon swirl or pumpkin bread for added flavor.

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