Description
A hearty autumn breakfast featuring thick-cut bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin and maple custard, then pan-fried until golden brown.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thick slices of Challah or Brioche bread
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip each slice of bread into the pumpkin mixture, soaking for 30-60 seconds per side.
- Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter.
- Place the soaked bread in the skillet and cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side until deep golden brown.
- Remove from the pan and let rest for one minute before serving.
- Serve hot with maple syrup, whipped cream, or fresh berries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American