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Pumpkin French Toast Sticks

Cozy Pumpkin French Toast Sticks for Fall Mornings

These Pumpkin French Toast Sticks are crispy on the outside, tender inside, and perfect for dunking in syrup, making them an ideal fall breakfast.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sticks
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 slices French Bread or Brioche A drier texture helps achieve crispness.
  • 2 Eggs Large eggs yield the best results.
  • 1 cup Milk Any type of milk can be used.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Canned or homemade, avoid pie filling.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract recommended.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Feel free to add more for extra spice.
  • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Substitute with nutmeg and ginger if needed.
  • 2 tbsp Sugar Alternative sweeteners can be used.
For Cinnamon Sugar Topping
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp Sugar

Equipment

  • Non-stick skillet
  • Whisk
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pumpkin French Toast Sticks
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small pat of butter to coat the pan.
  2. In a baking dish, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
  3. Cut the French bread or brioche into thick sticks, dip each into the egg mixture, and allow excess to drip off.
  4. Cook the dipped sticks in the skillet for about 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  5. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a separate dish to prepare the topping.
  6. Roll the cooked sticks in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
  7. Serve immediately with warm syrup or fresh fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 2sticksCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 3000IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use stale bread for ideal texture and watch the heat to prevent burning. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

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