Pumpkin Spice French Toast Bake
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Pumpkin Spice French Toast Bake, a rich and satisfying breakfast casserole that’s perfect for holiday mornings or weekend brunch. Made with cubes of tender French bread soaked in a luxurious custard of pumpkin puree, warm pumpkin pie spices, and vanilla, this baked treat is both comforting and irresistibly fragrant. Topped with a buttery drizzle and optional pecans for a delightful crunch, it bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. The best part? Assemble it the night before for a stress-free morning. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of warm maple syrup, this make-ahead French toast casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any autumn-inspired gathering.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf (approximately 16 oz) French bread
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Pumpkin puree
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons Pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons (melted) Butter
- 0.5 cup (optional, chopped) Pecans
- 2 tablespoons (for garnish, optional) Powdered sugar
- 0.5 cup (for serving) Maple syrup
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
Cut the French bread into 1-inch cubes and evenly arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and salt until smooth and well mixed.
Pour the pumpkin mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all the bread is coated. Press down gently with a spatula to help soak the bread.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature while the oven heats.
Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the casserole. Sprinkle the chopped pecans evenly over the top, if using.
Bake the casserole uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve warm with maple syrup on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3203 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.3 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.1 g | 181% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1231 mg | 410% | |
| Sodium | 5003 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 427.6 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.7 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.6 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1257 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 30.7 mg | 171% | |
| Potassium | 2610 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
