Description

Pumpkin spice French toast with whipped cinnamon-maple butter is a cozy fall breakfast that combines thick slices of bread dipped in a pumpkin custard, cooked until golden brown, and topped with a light, fluffy butter infused with cinnamon and maple. Perfect for brunch gatherings, holiday mornings, or a comforting weekend treat, this recipe delivers all the warm flavors of autumn in every bite.

Ingredients

8 slices thick white bread (French or brioche recommended)

4 eggs

1 cup milk

⅔ cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)

1 tablespoon brown sugar

2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

½ teaspoon cinnamon

Butter, for browning

Maple syrup, for serving

½ cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)

2 tablespoons maple syrup

½ tablespoon brown sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon cinnamon

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Instructions

Make whipped butter: In a bowl, combine softened butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and fluffy. Set aside.
Prepare custard: In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
Cook French toast: Preheat skillet or griddle over medium heat. Melt butter to coat. Dip bread slices into pumpkin custard, coating both sides. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Serve: Spread whipped cinnamon-maple butter on warm toast and drizzle with maple syrup. Enjoy immediately.

Notes

Use thick, slightly stale bread for best results—brioche or challah work especially well.
Avoid oversoaking bread in custard to prevent sogginess.
Double the recipe to serve a crowd and keep slices warm in a 200°F oven.
Whipped butter can be made 3 days ahead or frozen for up to 1 month.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 slices
Calories: 410
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 340mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 11g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 145mg