Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf thick-sliced bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- Butter for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
- Chopped pecans (optional)
- Fresh orange slices for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Dip slices of bread into the pumpkin mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a little butter.
- Cook the coated bread slices for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve warm, topped with powdered sugar, chopped pecans, and fresh orange slices. Drizzle with additional maple syrup if desired.
Notes
- Use thick-sliced bread like brioche or challah for best results.
- Can be prepared ahead and kept warm in a low oven before serving.
- Adjust spices and toppings to suit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Pan-fried
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg