This easy pumpkin french toast recipe is the perfect fall breakfast. Though we love classic pumpkin pancakes, you can’t beat simple french toast! We knew we had to combine these two to create this pumpkin french toast, truly a fall favorite.

Fall is the time to start enjoying pumpkin-flavored recipes, and this pumpkin french toast is a keeper! But first, you need to start with a pumpkin spice latte!

A stack of french toast topped with powdered sugar and pumpkin butter.

French toast is a great way to repurpose stale bread, and this pumpkin french toast recipe infuses bread with a rich pumpkin flavor. The bread is then fried on both sides, and the key to this recipe is the delicious pumpkin butter topping. 

In a box: Our french toast sticks are our kid’s favorite, and you can easily turn this pumpkin french toast into pumpkin french toast sticks.

Why You’ll Love This Breakfast Recipe

  • Seasonal flavor. This pumpkin recipe is the perfect easy fall recipe.
  • Crowd pleaser. Everyone loves this easy breakfast recipe.
  • Easy to make. This is the perfect beginner cook recipe, a great way to get kids involved. 
A stack of pumpkin french toast with a drizzle of syrup on top.

Ingredients for Homemade Pumpkin French Toast

pumpkin french toast –

  • Bread slices – thick slices are key! 
  • Egg – the key for the perfect batter.
  • Milk – makes the batter thin so that the bread can absorb the flavors.
  • Pumpkin puree – a rich, flavored puree that gives this pumpkin french toast the perfect pumpkin flavor.
  • Brown sugar – adds sweetness to the french toast, while also giving a delicious flavor that only brown sugar can offer.

pumpkin butter –

  • Butter – unsalted butter at room temperature.
  • Powdered sugar – sweetens and thickens the butter. 
  • Pumpkin pie spice – adds so much great flavor to this homemade pumpkin butter. 

See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Pumpkin French Toast  

Step-by-step recipe for the perfect french toast.

How to make French toast with pumpkin puree in a casserole dish.
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together egg and milk mixture and transfer to a deep casserole dish. The deep dish makes for an easy dredge. 
  2. Dip each bread slice in the egg mixture. Flip each bread slice and allow the bread to soak up the batter. Add the soaked bread to a platter and continue with the rest of the bread slices. 
  3. To a large non-stick skillet, add oil and butter and fry each bread slice until golden-brown on both sides. Once the bread slices are cooked, set aside and continue with the remaining slices. 
  4. Serve the french toast while warm, topping with pumpkin butter.

How to Make Pumpkin Butter

  1. In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the powdered sugar and pumpkin spice and beat again. 
  2. For an extra twist, pipe the pumpkin butter on top of the french toast.

Expert Tips: 

  • Use the right bread: For the best results, use challah bread, thick-sliced Italian bread or even leftover sandwich bread. Day-old bread works best for french toast!
  • Toppings: Along with the pumpkin butter, top the french toast with maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar and cinnamon. 
  • Clean the pan: For the best french toast, clean the skillet with a paper towel between batches of toast.

Serving Suggestions

Recipe FAQs

What bread is best for french toast? 

Challah bread, brioche, or french bread make the best french toast.

How long do you soak the bread slices in french toast batter?

Soak each slice of bread for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.

Can you use real pumpkin in pumpkin french toast?

Yes, you can make your own pumpkin puree by using steamed pumpkin.

A stack of pumpkin french toast with powdered sugar and pumpkin butter on top. Maple syrup is being drizzled on top.

Store & Reheat 

  • Storage. Store leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat. Warm up leftovers on a warm skillet until crispy on both sides. 
  • Freeze. French toast can be frozen to last longer and make an easy breakfast! Arrange the cooked french toast slices on a baking sheet and freeze. Once the bread is frozen, add the slices to a freezer-safe container or bag. Store for up to 3 months. Reheat: Thaw the french toast in the fridge overnight and warm up on a skillet until crispy. 

More Breakfast Recipes

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Pumpkin French Toast Recipe (With Homemade Pumpkin Butter)

Author: Valentina Ablaev
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5 from 5 votes
This homemade pumpkin french toast recipe brings a seasonal delight to your morning. A pumpkin-infused french toast is so flavorful, and the cherry on top is the homemade pumpkin butter.
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 8 slices French bread thick slices
  • 2 Tbsp canola oil for frying
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter for frying

egg mixture-

pumpkin butter-

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for the egg/milk mixture. Transfer to a casserole dish (easier to dredge the bread).
  • Submerge the bread slices into the egg mixture, covering both sides. Place bread on a platter. Continue with the remaining bread slices.
  • Add butter and oil to a large skillet for frying. Amounts will vary depending on the size of the pan. Place about 2-3 bread slices in the skillet at a time.
  • Cook over med/high heat for about 2-3 minutes on per side, until bread is golden and crispy.
  • Prepare butter topping. In a bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the powdered sugar and pumpkin spice and beat again.
  • Serve the hot french toast with butter topping, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use the right bread: For the best french toast, use thick slices of stale bread. 
  • Toppings: Along with the pumpkin butter, top the french toast with maple syrup and dust with powdered sugar. 
  • Clean the pan: For the best french toast, clean the skillet with a paper towel between batches of toast.
  • Storage. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Refrigerate for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat. Warm up leftovers on a warm skillet until crispy on both sides.  
  • Freeze. French toast can be frozen to last longer and make an easy breakfast! Arrange the cooked french toast slices on a baking sheet and freeze. Once the bread is frozen, add the slices to a freezer-safe container or bag. Store for up to 3 months. Reheat: Thaw the french toast in the fridge overnight and warm up on a skillet until crispy.

Nutrition

412kcal Calories61g Carbs13g Protein12g Fat6g Saturated Fat105mg Cholesterol554mg Sodium213mg Potassium2g Fiber13g Sugar2765IU Vitamin A0.8mg Vitamin C95mg Calcium3.8mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Pumpkin French Toast Recipe (With Homemade Pumpkin Butter)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 412 Calories from Fat 108
% Daily Value*
Fat 12g18%
Saturated Fat 6g38%
Cholesterol 105mg35%
Sodium 554mg24%
Potassium 213mg6%
Carbohydrates 61g20%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 13g14%
Protein 13g26%
Vitamin A 2765IU55%
Vitamin C 0.8mg1%
Calcium 95mg10%
Iron 3.8mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
(The nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.)
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American