Description

Pumpkin French Toast Muffins combine brioche bread, pumpkin puree, and aromatic spices, offering a moist, custardy interior and a crisp, golden exterior. Topped with pecans and baked in muffin tins, these breakfast treats are infused with warm cinnamon and vanilla, making them an ideal autumn-inspired recipe. Serve with pure maple syrup for a comforting, crowd-pleasing morning meal.

Ingredients

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1 loaf brioche bread, torn into small pieces
6 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup pecans, chopped (optional)
Pure maple syrup, to serve

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Instructions

If bread is fresh, preheat oven to 325°F. Tear bread into small pieces and bake for 10 minutes to dry out. Cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add cooled bread pieces to the custard mixture and fold gently to combine. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a muffin tin with oil or line with paper liners.
Spoon the soaked bread mixture evenly into the muffin cups. Sprinkle with chopped pecans if desired.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the tops are lightly browned and crispy.
Allow to cool slightly before serving with pure maple syrup.

Notes

Brioche can be substituted with challah or sandwich bread for a similar texture; use oat milk for a dairy-free option. Muffins can be prepared the night before—cover and refrigerate before baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a low oven. If muffins are soggy, extend bake time by a few minutes. Omit pecans for nut allergies; add chocolate chips or dried fruit for variations.

Prep Time: 60 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 muffin
Calories: 180
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 165mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 85mg