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Pumpkin Spice French Toast

This pumpkin spice French toast features thick slices of bread soaked in a custard infused with pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg, then pan-fried until golden brown. The final dish has a crispy exterior with a tender, flavorful interior, often topped with syrup, whipped cream, or nuts for added indulgence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices thick-cut bread preferably brioche or challah
  • 2 cups milk whole or 2%
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves optional
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar optional, for sweetness
  • butter for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Shallow dish
  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and brown sugar until well combined and slightly frothy.
  2. Pour the custard into a shallow dish and gently dip each slice of bread, soaking for about 30 seconds per side, allowing the bread to absorb the flavorful mixture.
  3. Heat a skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add a generous pat of butter, listening for it to melt and sizzle as the pan warms.
  4. Carefully transfer the soaked bread slices onto the hot skillet, cooking until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side. You should see crispy edges and a fragrant aroma fill the kitchen.
  5. Flip the slices gently with a spatula to ensure even browning; continue cooking until both sides are crisp and the custard is set.
  6. Remove the cooked French toast from the skillet and transfer to a serving plate. Repeat with remaining slices, adding more butter to the pan as needed.
  7. Serve the pumpkin spice French toast warm, topped with your favorite toppings like syrup, whipped cream, or nuts for extra richness and texture.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar topping before serving. Keep cooked slices warm in a low oven if making in batches.