Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the delightful warmth of our Pumpkin French Toast Casserole, a perfect dish for brunch or breakfast gatherings. This comforting casserole merges rich pumpkin puree with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a festive flavor that embodies the essence of autumn. With its easy preparation and ability to be made ahead of time, this recipe is an ideal choice for busy mornings or holiday celebrations. Your guests will savor every bite as they enjoy the creamy texture and sweet notes, making it a sure crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf bread (16 ounces, brioche or challah)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped pecans or walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, eggs, milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- Place cubed bread into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish and pour the pumpkin mixture evenly over the bread.
- If desired, sprinkle nuts on top.
- Cover with foil and let it soak for about 20 minutes.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes; then uncover and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool for about 5 minutes before serving with maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
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