This Pumpkin French Toast Bake is filled with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spices, and is topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel! Make it same day or make it the night before for a special breakfast the next morning!
Once late fall hits, I find myself turning from cold cereal and smoothies for breakfast to wanting something warm and hearty. However, I still want the convenience of how quick a bowl of cereal or a smoothie is to grab.
Our solution is french toast bake. It’s an easy breakfast casserole that can be made the day before, so it’s all ready to go in the morning. Plus, cutting pieces for leftovers to reheat in the microwave for the next few days is super fast and convenient!
Our latest flavor to try? This Pumpkin French Toast Bake!
A whole cup of pumpkin and some pumpkin spices combine to create a french toast bake bursting with fall flavor. The layer of cinnamon streusel gives it a sweet, crunchy top.
I strongly suggest that you make the streusel into large pieces so you can bite into the big, buttery chunks of streusel once baked!
Since you can make it the night before and bake it the next morning, this french toast bake allows you to enjoy what might usually be a weekend breakfast for a weekday breakfast.
Or at least that’s the way it is around here. We hardly ever have the time to prepare and bake something for breakfast during the week!
Eat it plain or serve it with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and your favorite syrup.
Either way, your family will enjoy this fall twist to french toast bake!
Tips for Making Pumpkin French Toast Bake
- If you are using bread that is on the drier side, consider covering the french toast bake after you have prepared it and stick it in the fridge for 30-40 minutes before baking. This will give the bread time to soak up the egg mixture.
- Bake the french toast bake until the center is puffed (Don’t worry, it deflates as it cools.) and the edges are just starting to brown. This will keep the french toast from being soggy.
- Don’t want to make it right away? Once everything is in the pan, cover the mixture with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator until ready to bake. If the french toast bake has been in the refrigerator overnight, you may find that it takes a few extra minutes of bake time before it is done.
- If you like pecans, sprinkle on some chopped pecans right before baking for an added crunch!
More French Toast Bake Recipes!
- Raspberry Lemon Cream French Toast Bake
- Apple Streusel French Toast Bake
- Eggnog Gingerbread French Toast Bake
- Cinnamon Roll French Toast Bake — The Cookie Rookie
Pumpkin French Toast Bake
This Pumpkin French Toast Bake is filled with pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spices, and is topped with a crunchy, buttery streusel! Make it same day or make it the night before for a special breakfast the next morning!
Ingredients
For the French Toast
- 6 1/2 Cups day old French bread, cubed
- 5 eggs
- 1/4 Cup maple syrup
- 1 Cup milk
- 1 Cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon cloves
For the Streusel Topping
- 5 Tablespoons butter, softened
- 1/2 Cup brown sugar
- 6 Tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a 9x9 inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place bread cubes in a large bowl.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, syrup, milk, pumpkin, and vanilla. Add in cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves. Whisk until combined.
- Pour over bread. Stir to combine.
- In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Cut in butter until crumbly.
- Pour bread mixture into prepared baking dish. Gently press with spatula. Sprinkle streusel topping over the top.
- If baking the next day, cover and place in refrigerator. If baking immediately, bake for 40-50 minutes or until topping browns and center is puffed. (Center will deflate as it cools.)
- Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes before serving with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and your favorite syrup.
- Store leftovers in the fridge.
Notes
If you like pecans, top with chopped pecans right before baking for an added crunch.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1 piece of french toast bakeNutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and may not always be accurate. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.Amount Per Serving: Calories: 219Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 92mgSodium: 265mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 2gSugar: 13gProtein: 7g
Nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator and may not always be accurate. It should not be considered a substitute for a medical professional’s advice.
Tonia says
That looks too amazing to be called breakfast!
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
I love things like this you can prep the night before and then just pop in the oven! It looks SO GOOD!!!!
Taylor @ greens & chocolate says
I am the same way – I HATE unpacking! This french toast bake look like the perfect distraction 🙂
Christie - Food Done Light says
I can’t stand to trip over the suitcases, so I tend to unpack right away. I would definitely forget the unpacking and make this french toast instead.
Jennie @themessybakerblog says
I’d much rather bake than unpack, which is why my overnight bag is still full of crap. This breakfast bake looks amazing. Love pumpkin!
Tori@Gringalicious.com says
You totally read my mind! I was going to make a pumpkin french toast for breakfast the other day but I didn’t have time. I have never thought of adding a crumb topping, it’s brilliant. I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats says
Unpacking is the worst! My hubs is terrible at it. Just leaving it for the next time we leave then he’s ahead of the game or so he says 🙂 I would much rather get distracted by this terrific french toast recipe!
Jen @ Fresh from the... says
Oooh that looks yummy! Combines two of my favorite things – pumpkin and french toast!
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl says
I am all over this!!! Pumpkin all the things!
Beth @ The First Year says
Baking and blog stuff always overrides household chores for me! I wish I was having this for breakfast tomorrow!
Ashley says
I will take allll of that streusel topping! And some of the french toast too 🙂
And I totally hate unpacking – I dread coming home and doing all the laundry…
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
I am swooning over that streusel top! Big buttery chunks it is!
Kim of Mo'Betta says
I have been planning on making a pumpkin french toast casserole, and this streusel topping makes this one THE one! Definitely going on next week’s menu plan!
sarah k @ the pajama chef says
i always unpack right away…it’s our ritual. makes the next day easier. 🙂 this french toast sounds lovely!
Anna (Hidden Ponies) says
Baking is my number 1 procrastination technique 🙂 I hate unpacking…but it always feels SO good to have it done. This sounds wonderful – I’ve never made baked Frnech toast.
Joanne says
I still have a suitcase that I haven’t unpacked for A WEEK sitting on the floor. I’m the worst.
Maybe I can procrastinate one more day by making this french toast bake. Seems like a good life plan.
Manali @ CookWithManali says
That looks incredible! I wish to eat such kind of breakfast everyday 😉 Pinned!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
Unpacking and putting away freshly washed clothes are always choirs I procrastinate 🙂 This fresh toast looks delicious!
Kloe's Kitchen says
On no! I shouldn’t have seen this! Now I will be wanting it all week until I have the chance to buy pumpkin! Haha! Thanks for sharing it looks like the perfect way to start a fall day!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
The perfect fall breakfast Jessica – pinned!
Caroline says
This sounds delicious! Perfect for any fall morning!
Amanda says
Love this. LOVE IT. Totally making!
Meg @ The Housewife in Training Files says
I hate unpacking!!! But I would love a big ol slice of this french toast!!