This Pumpkin French Toast is quick and wholesome breakfast featuring the rich flavors of pumpkin spice, cinnamon, almond milk, maple syrup and your favorite toasted gluten-free bread. It’s a cozy fall breakfast or brunch that’s simple to customize with your favorite toppings.
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Updated November 2023
Easy Pumpkin French Toast Recipe: A Delightful Fall Breakfast
Looking for a mouthwatering breakfast option that’s perfect for the autumn season. This Pumpkin French Toast is a cozy and satisfying way to to savor the flavors of fall. Made with the warm flavors of pumpkin spice and cinnamon, this french toast recipe is not only delicious and easy to make, but is also gluten-free, egg-free and can be low carb or keto-friendly with just a few simple swaps.
Whether you enjoy it as a leisurely weekend breakfast to start the day or a quick weekday treat, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Where did French Toast Come From
According to various sources, Joseph French, an innkeeper created the dish in 1724. Pan Dulcis dates back to the Roman Empire where they would soak bread in a milk (and sometimes also egg) mixture, then fry it in oil or butter. Later versions of this breakfast recipe was called pain perdu or “lost bread”.
Ingredients You’ll Need:
Our Pumpkin French Toast is a delightful blend of ingredients carefully selected for both flavor and health benefits:
- Almond Milk: We use almond milk in this recipe to keep it dairy-free and vegan-friendly. However, you can substitute it with your favorite plant-based milk or any milk if you prefer.
- Cashew Butter: Cashew butter not only adds a rich and creamy texture but also a nutty flavor that complements the pumpkin spice and cinnamon. Cashew butter is recommended for the best flavor but you can also use any other nut butter or seed butter of your choice.
- Flax Seeds: Flax seeds are packed with nutrients and serve as a natural thickening agent in the mixture, ensuring your French toast turns out perfectly.
- Pumpkin Spice and Ground Cinnamon: These spices bring the warm, comforting flavors of fall to your breakfast. They are essential for achieving that classic pumpkin taste.
- Pure Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract adds a sweet and aromatic touch to the mixture, enhancing the overall flavor.
- Pure Maple Syrup: We use this for a touch of sweetness. If you prefer, you can use Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup, allulose, yacon syrup, Sukrin gold or any other sticky liquid sweetener as an alternative.
- Gluten-Free or Keto Bread: Choose your favorite gluten-free or keto bread for a diet-friendly option. We recommend brands like AWG Bakery, BaseCulture, California Country Gal, or Slice of Life. To prevent sogginess, toast or bake fresh bread before dunking it.
How to make Pumpkin French Toast
- Mix the ingredients: In a wide shallow bowl, beat together the cashew butter with flax seeds, milk, vanilla, pumpkin spice, cinnamon and salt until smooth and combined. You can also use a blender to get it super creamy and smooth.
- Soak the bread: If using fresh bread, be sure to toast or bake it in the oven first before dunking it. This prevents the french toast from getting too soggy. Dunk your bread slices into the mixture. Allow each slice to fully submerge and soak for at least 10 seconds.
- Cook: Melt the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Place each slice of bread in the pan. Fry each side until browned and slightly crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and fry the other side. Repeat until all pieces of bread are cooked.
- Add toppings and serve: Serve warm with your favorite toppings: maple syrup, coconut whipped cream, vegan butter, fresh berries, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, almond butter – the options are endless!
Tips for Success
- Blender: Use a blender for an ultra-smooth mixture.
- Toast Bread: Toast or bake fresh bread before dipping it to maintain a crispy texture.
- Soak Bread: Allow each bread slice to soak in the mixture for at least 10 seconds for the best flavor.
Serving Suggestions
Enhance your Pumpkin French Toast with a variety of toppings to suit your taste. Here are some ideas:
- Lakanto Sugar-Free Maple Syrup: For extra sweetness without the guilt.
- Vegan Butter: A creamy and dairy-free option for that classic French toast experience.
- Coconut Cream: Add a tropical twist with a dollop of coconut cream.
- Fresh Fruit: Top your French toast with fresh berries, sliced bananas, or any fruits of your choice for a burst of freshness.
Variations and Substitutions
Get creative with your Pumpkin French Toast by making some simple changes:
- Nut or Seed Butter: Experiment with different nut or seed butters to vary the flavor profile.
- Bread Choices: Try different gluten-free or keto bread varieties to find your favorite.
- Spice Level: Adjust the amount of pumpkin spice and cinnamon to suit your preference.
Serving suggestions
Pumpkin pie french toast goes well with so many things. Egg muffins, sweet potato hash or any of your favorite toppings.
French Toast Toppings: Maple syrup, coconut whipped cream, vegan butter, pumpkin butter, apple butter, fresh berries, chocolate chips, chopped nuts, almond butter – the options are endless!
Storage, Freezer and Reheating Instructions
If you have leftovers or want to prep in advance, our Pumpkin French Toast can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
How to freeze: To freeze, simply place each piece of cooked and cooled french toast slices on a baking sheet in a single layer and place in the freezer for 20 minutes or until it firms up. Then transfer to a freezer safe bag or container and store up to 3 months.
How to reheat: Remove frozen french toast slices and place on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes at 375F. You can also pop the slices in the toaster oven and cook until heated through.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
1. Can I use a different type of nut or seed butter? Absolutely! Feel free to experiment with different nut or seed butters to give your French toast a unique flavor twist.
2. What bread options work best for this recipe? Classic french toast is generally made with a denser crusty bread such as french bread, cinnamon-raisin bread, a multi-grain loaf, country bread or sour dough. You can also use stale bread or toast any gluten-free or keto sandwich bread before-hand. Some recommended brands include AWG Bakery, BaseCulture, California Country Gal, or Slice of Life. Just remember to toast or bake fresh bread before dunking it to avoid sogginess.
3. Can I adjust the level of spice in the recipe? Of course! You can adjust the amount of pumpkin spice and cinnamon to suit your personal taste preferences. If you love a stronger spice flavor, add a bit more; if you prefer it milder, use less.
4. How can I store leftovers or prepare in advance? If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. To store for longer periods, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to 1 month. Reheat in the toaster or air fryer when you’re ready for a quick breakfast.
5. What are some suggested toppings for the Pumpkin French Toast? You can top your French toast with Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup for sweetness without the extra sugar, vegan butter for a creamy and dairy-free option, coconut cream for a tropical twist, and fresh fruit like berries or sliced bananas for a burst of freshness.
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This Pumpkin French Toast is quick and wholesome breakfast featuring the rich flavors of pumpkin spice, cinnamon, almond milk, maple syrup and your favorite toasted gluten-free bread. It's a cozy fall breakfast or brunch that's simple to customize with your favorite toppings.
- 3/4 cup almond milk , feel free to use preferred milk of your choice.
- 2 tablespoons cashew butter , you can also sub with any other nut butter or seed butter of your choice.
- 1 tablespoons flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pure maple syrup , you can also sub with another sticky liquid sweetener of your choice. Use Lakanto sugar-free maple syrup, allulose, yacon syrup or Sukrin gold for a lower sugar or keto-friendly option.
- 4 slices your favorite gluten-free OR keto bread , such as: aWg bakery, Base Culture, California Country Gal Sandwich, Solia or Slice of Life.
- Maple syrup , vegan butter, coconut cream and / or fresh fruit
In a wide shallow bowl, beat together the cashew butter with flax seeds, milk, vanilla, pumpkin spice, cinnamon and salt until smooth and combined. You can also use a blender to get it super creamy and smooth.
If using fresh bread, be sure to toast or bake it in the oven first before dunking it. This prevents the french toast from getting too soggy.
Dunk your bread slices into the mixture and allow each slice to sit for at least 10 seconds to fully submerge and soak in mixture.
Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Place each slice of bread in the pan. Fry each side until browned and slightly crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and fry the other side for another 3-4 minutes, until crispy. Repeat until all pieces of bread are cooked.
Serve warm with your favorite toppings.
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