Pecan Baked Pumpkin Maple French Toast
Indulge in the cozy flavors of Pecan Baked Pumpkin Maple French Toast, a delightful dish that combines the rich tastes of pumpkin, crunchy pecans, and sweet maple syrup. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a comforting brunch, each slice is baked to golden perfection, offering a warm atmosphere that draws loved ones together. This easy-to-make recipe will impress guests and satisfy everyone’s cravings for something delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick challah or brioche bread
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (100% pumpkin)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or dairy alternative)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup until smooth.
- Layer half of the bread slices in the baking dish and pour half of the egg mixture over them. Repeat with remaining bread and egg mixture.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans with brown sugar and additional cinnamon if desired; sprinkle over the top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Serve warm drizzled with additional maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor variation, substitute pumpkin puree with sweet potato puree or mix in chocolate chips. Soak bread for about 5-10 minutes to absorb flavors without becoming soggy.