Pumpkin French Toast Sticks Recipe
Pumpkin French Toast Sticks are a delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite, featuring toasted French bread dipped in a spiced pumpkin egg mixture, then rolled in cinnamon sugar. Perfect for fall mornings or a cozy weekend brunch, these crispy, flavorful sticks are easy to make and pair wonderfully with maple syrup or butter.
- Author: Sienna
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
French Toast Sticks
- 1 loaf French bread or brioche, cut into 1” thick slices, then into thirds
- 4 large eggs
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Butter, for cooking
- Maple syrup, for serving (optional)
- Prepare the skillet: Set a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of butter. Allow the butter to melt, coating the pan evenly to prevent sticking and aid browning.
- Make the egg mixture: In a small rectangular baking dish, whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice until fully combined and smooth.
- Dip the bread slices: Take each piece of bread and dip it into the pumpkin egg mixture, ensuring both sides are well coated but not soaked to sogginess.
- Cook the French toast sticks: Place the coated bread pieces onto the hot skillet. Cook for about 2 minutes on each side or until the bread turns a beautiful golden brown and is cooked through.
- Prepare the cinnamon sugar: In a separate small baking dish, combine the sugar and cinnamon, stirring well to mix evenly.
- Coat the cooked sticks: Immediately after removing the French toast sticks from the skillet, roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture so the coating sticks while the fries are still warm.
- Serve: Serve the pumpkin French toast sticks hot with maple syrup or additional butter if desired for extra flavor and moisture.
Notes
- Use brioche or French bread for the best texture and flavor.
- Make sure not to soak the bread too long in the egg mixture to avoid sogginess.
- Feel free to adjust cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice for taste variations.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispness; leftovers may be reheated in a toaster oven.
- Maple syrup adds a perfect sweet touch but is optional depending on preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 French toast sticks
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg
Keywords: Pumpkin French Toast Sticks, Pumpkin French Toast, Pumpkin Breakfast, Pumpkin Recipes, Fall Breakfast, Easy French Toast