Warm and cozy fall flavors take center stage in this Pumpkin French Toast recipe, infused with cinnamon and topped with rich Maple Pumpkin Butter. It’s an irresistible addition to any fall brunch menu and is sure to become a seasonal favorite. Perfect for weekend mornings, holiday gatherings, or anytime you’re craving a taste of autumn.

Easy Pumpkin French Toast Recipe – A Cozy Fall Breakfast Favorite

This Pumpkin French Toast is one of our favorite fall recipes to enjoy when the weather turns cool and pumpkins start popping up everywhere. It’s the perfect way to kick off the fall and winter holiday season. With warm cinnamon spice and classic pumpkin flavor, it brings all the comfort of autumn to our breakfast table. Just like traditional French toast, it comes together quickly, making it an easy and delicious fall comfort food you’ll want to make on repeat.

Checkout this quick list of ingredients you’ll need to make Pumpkin French Toast: (Scroll down for the full printable recipe card.)

Bread – Texas toast OR thick cut brioche or French bread.
Whole Eggs – Large eggs for the egg custard.
Pumpkin – Canned pumpkin purée gives this french toast its signature flavor.
Liquid – Milk thins the egg mixture and adds moisture.
Flavoring – Vanilla extract for creamy floral notes.
Spices – Pumpkin pie spice and ground cinnamon for the cozy warm flavor that complements the pumpkin.
Butter – You’ll need salted or unsalted butter or vegetable oil for frying.
Maple Pumpkin Butter – Softened butter, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, powdered sugar and salt.

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How to Make the BEST Pumpkin French Toast Recipe

Make Pumpkin Egg Custard – Whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and salt.
Dip the Texas Toast – Place bread slices into pumpkin mixture and let soak about 60 seconds per side then turn. (This will prevent soggy french toast).
Cook – Fry bread slices in melted butter per the recipe until golden brown.
Make Maple Pumpkin Butter – Use an electric mixer to whip softened butter with pumpkin, maple syrup, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until light and fluffy.
Serve French Toast immediately with pumpkin butter, sprinkled with powdered sugar, and drizzle with maple syrup.

Kitchen Equipment to Make Pumpkin Spice French Toast

Shallow dish for making the egg mixture. A 13×9-inch casserole dish works well for this.
Large whisk for combining the egg mixture
Measuring cups and spoons.
A large skillet or griddle for frying.
Hand mixer and medium bowl to whip together the ingredients for the maple pumpkin butter.
Turning spatula for turning the french toast and a powdered sugar duster.

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Recipe Variations, Tips and Substitutions

Best Bread for French Toast – Thick cut slices of stale bread make the best french toast. I don’t cut the crusts off for french toast but you could, if preferred. You can also adapt this recipe using gluten free bread.
Bread Variations – You can adapt this recipe using brioche rolls or make french toast pumpkin rolls using sweet hawaiian rolls. To do so, separate the top rolls from the bottom rolls and toast the rolls in the oven on a sheet pan to dry out a bit. You can also leave them on the counter overnight to dry. Soak the tops of the rolls and the bottoms of the rolls in the pumpkin mixture then fry per the recipe in butter. Cut apart and serve french toast rolls with butter and maple syrup.
Pumpkin Pie Spice – You can use a combination of ground cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice and nutmeg in place of prepared pumpkin pie spice.
Sugar – You could use light brown sugar in place of granulated sugar, however, it cooks more quickly and can can burn easily. Don’t walk away and adjust the heat, as needed.
Maple Syrup – You could replace the maple syrup with honey.
Nuts – For crunch, sprinkle the french toast with toasted walnuts or pecans.
Allow Ample Time for the Bread to Soak in the Egg Mixture – Be patient when soaking the Texas toast in the pumpkin custard. While it doesn’t have to sit for an extended time, give it just a minute or two on each side to soak in the flavors.
Fry in Batches – To speed up preparation time, fry this french toast on a large non stick griddle or have two skillets going at once. When frying in batches, it’s helpful to heat the oven to 200°F and place cooked bread slices on a sheet pan and into the oven to keep warm while you work.
Don’t Overcook – Due to the sugar in the pumpkin custard, it’s important to keep an eye on the temperature of the pan to prevent over browning of the french toast.

Storage and Leftovers

Make-Ahead Tip – The homemade maple pumpkin butter can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and chilled in an airtight container in the refrigerator until serving. The amounts easily double, if you’d like to make a larger batch.
Leftovers – Store Pumpkin French Toast leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating – Reheat over medium heat in a nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray, brushed with oil or melted butter. Don’t walk away.
Freezer – You can freeze leftovers for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge and reheat just before serving.

More Pumpkin Recipes to Make

Pumpkin Pancakes with Maple Butter are another fabulous fall brunch option.
These Mini Pumpkin Pies are the ideal size for those who like to sample all of the desserts on the holiday table.
Skip Starbucks and make your own Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Freshly baked Pumpkin Pecan Cookies with cream cheese frosting are impossible to resist.
Make your own Homemade Pumpkin Puree.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Pound Cake is a seasonal spinoff of a Southern classic.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfaits are layered with a pecan crumble that’s to die for.
This Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Trifle is a stunner!
You may also like this recipe for Pumpkin Muffins from Very Best Baking.

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