Description
Pumpkin French Toast Casserole is a cozy and delicious dish that encapsulates the warmth of fall in every bite. This delightful casserole features layers of stale bread soaked in a creamy pumpkin custard, complemented by a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping. Perfect for festive gatherings or leisurely weekend brunches, it can be prepared the night before, allowing you to savor quality time with friends and family in the morning. Each serving offers a harmonious blend of comforting flavors and textures, making it an irresistible addition to your breakfast spread.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf (15-18 oz) stale white bread (such as challah or brioche)
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1 cup pure pumpkin puree
- 5 large eggs
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons white sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch glass baking pan.
- Cut stale bread into cubes and place evenly in the pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, eggs, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the bread cubes and stir gently to coat.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, sugars, spices, nuts, and melted butter to create streusel.
- Sprinkle streusel over the casserole.
- Bake covered with foil for 40 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 15–20 minutes until set.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg