Here’s What You’ll Need To Make Pumpkin Spice French Toast

• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 8 slices of your favorite bread
• Butter or nonstick spray for the griddle or pan

And, Here’s How To Make The Recipe

1. Preheat your electric griddle to 350°F and get your griddle ready by either rubbing it with butter or using a nonstick cooking spray.
2. Then, in a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, sea salt, and pumpkin pie spice until the mixture is smooth.
3. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure to coat both sides thoroughly.
4. Place the coated bread on the preheated griddle and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until crispy and golden brown. You’ll know it’s done when the edges are slightly crisp, and the center is soft but not soggy.
5. Serve French toast immediately with butter, warm maple syrup, fresh whipped cream, and/or chopped pecans if you’re really feeling fancy.

Choosing the Right Bread

When it comes to French toast, the bread can make or break the dish. For this pumpkin spice French toast recipe, I recommend using a thick-cut bread like brioche, challah, or even Texas toast. These types of bread hold up well to the egg mixture and give you that perfect balance of crispiness on the outside with a soft, custard-like center.

If you’re feeling extra fall-ish, try using cinnamon swirl bread or even a pumpkin bread for a double dose of fall flavor. My everyday bread is a seed bread and I also love to use that—it adds a lot of texture (pictured in this post).

French Toast Tips for Success

Now, making French toast might seem straightforward, but there are actually a few tricks to getting that perfect slice every time. Here are some of my best tips to ensure your pumpkin French toast comes out golden and delicious every single time.

1. Use Day-Old Bread
   Fresh bread can be too soft and will fall apart when dipped into the egg mixture. Day-old bread has a firmer texture that soaks up the pumpkin mixture without turning to mush. If you’re short on time, you can also pop the bread slices in the oven at a low temperature for 5-10 minutes to dry them out slightly.
2. Let the Bread Soak
   Don’t rush the soaking process! Give your bread a moment to really absorb the egg mixture. This is what gives French toast that custard-like center. For thicker slices, you might want to let them soak for about 30 seconds per side.
3. Don’t Overcrowd the Griddle
   Make sure each slice of bread has plenty of room on the griddle. Overcrowding will cause the French toast to steam rather than crisp up, and nobody wants soggy French toast. If necessary, cook in batches and keep the cooked slices warm in a low oven while you finish the rest.

1. Butter or Spray?
   Using butter on the griddle adds a lovely flavor to the French toast, but it can sometimes burn if the heat is too high. Ghee spray is a fantastic alternative because it has a higher smoke point and still gives that rich, buttery flavor without the risk of burning.
2. Reheating French Toast
   If you have leftovers (which is rare in my house!), you can store them in an airtight container and reheat them in a toaster or toaster oven. This method keeps the French toast crispy. Reheating French toast in the microwaving will make it soggy. So, skip the microwave and give your leftovers the love they deserve (heh).

And there you have it my friends—the perfect pumpkin spice French toast recipe, plus a few tips to ensure every slice is golden and delicious. Whether you’re enjoying this on a lazy September Sunday morning or whipping it up for a fancy holiday brunch, it’s sure to become a fall favorite. Now, who’s ready to break out the pumpkin spice and get cooking?