Description
Pumpkin Pie French Toast is a cozy and spiced breakfast dish that blends the creamy flavors of pumpkin pie with the crispy edges of classic French toast. Made with pumpkin purée, warm spices, and walnuts, it’s the perfect fall-inspired comfort meal.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing the skillet)
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup canned pumpkin purée
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts
- 8 slices day-old bread (such as French bread or white sandwich bread)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and lightly grease it with vegetable oil.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together half-and-half, eggs, pumpkin purée, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Stir in chopped walnuts so they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Dip one slice of bread into the custard, allowing it to soak for a few seconds on each side. Let excess drip off.
- Place soaked bread on the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
- Stir the custard mixture before each new slice to redistribute the walnuts.
- Repeat dipping and cooking with the remaining slices.
- Serve warm, optionally topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or extra chopped nuts.
Notes
- Use pecans instead of walnuts for a sweeter, buttery crunch.
- Substitute half-and-half with almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Brioche or challah bread yields a richer result.
- Add a dash of nutmeg or ground cloves for extra warmth.
- Top with whipped cream or maple syrup for a pumpkin pie-like finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
