Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French bread, sliced
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Butter for cooking
- Whipped cream
- Caramelized pecans
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla to make the custard mixture.
- Dip each bread slice into the pumpkin custard, ensuring it is well coated.
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt butter.
- Cook the coated bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm topped with whipped cream, caramelized pecans, and a dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- Use day-old bread for better absorption of the custard.
- Adjust spices to taste for a more intense pumpkin flavor.
- Prepare caramelized pecans ahead for easier assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Sautéing, Breading
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 70mg