Description
A cozy and creamy pumpkin French toast casserole that’s perfect for fall breakfasts and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French bread
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Cut the French bread into cubes and place them in the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined to form a creamy mixture.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the bread cubes, pressing down gently to ensure each piece absorbs the liquid and becomes deliciously custardy.
- Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight) to allow the flavors to meld beautifully together.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
- Drizzle with maple syrup if desired and dust with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy the cozy love that fills your home!
Notes
For a delightful crunch, consider adding chopped nuts or chocolate chips. Use day-old bread for better texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg