Description
This Pumpkin French Toast with Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Butter is a cozy, autumn-inspired breakfast treat. Thick slices of brioche or challah are soaked in a spiced pumpkin custard, then cooked to golden perfection in butter. Served with a luscious homemade brown sugar and cinnamon butter, it’s the perfect way to start a crisp fall morning or impress guests with a festive brunch dish.
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin French Toast
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 8 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, for cooking
For the Brown Sugar and Cinnamon Butter
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the pumpkin custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Preheat the cooking surface: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a small amount of the unsalted butter to melt and coat the surface.
- Soak the bread: Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated but not overly saturated; let any excess drip off before cooking.
- Cook the French toast: Place the coated bread slices on the preheated skillet or griddle. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until each side is golden brown and the inside is cooked through.
- Make the cinnamon butter: While cooking the French toast, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl; mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
- Keep cooked slices warm: Remove finished French toast from the skillet and keep warm by covering or placing it in a low oven while cooking remaining slices.
- Serve: Serve the pumpkin French toast immediately, topped with a generous dollop of brown sugar and cinnamon butter. Optionally, add a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Use thick slices of bread like brioche or challah for best texture.
- Do not soak bread too long to prevent it from becoming soggy.
- Keep cooked French toast warm in a low oven (around 200°F/95°C) to serve all at once.
- Optional toppings include maple syrup, powdered sugar, or toasted nuts for added crunch.
- Adjust cinnamon and nutmeg quantities according to taste preferences.
