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Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this delicious Pumpkin French Toast Casserole. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this dish is easy to prepare ahead of time, allowing you to wake up and simply bake a delightful meal for your family and friends. With a rich mixture of pumpkin puree, eggs, and warm spices enveloping cubed bread, every bite is a taste of autumn bliss. Topped with a crunchy pecan streusel, this casserole is not only impressive but also versatile—serve it drizzled with pure maple syrup or fresh berries for a festive touch. Enjoy the ease of preparing this cozy dish that promises to become a beloved favorite in your breakfast rotation.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (12–14-ounce) loaf French bread, brioche, sourdough bread, or challah
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 cup packed light or dark brown sugar
  • 2 and 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 and 1/3 cups whole milk
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup packed light brown sugar (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3/4 cup roughly chopped pecans
  • Pure maple syrup for serving

Instructions

  1. Slice and cut the bread into 1-inch cubes. Let the cubed bread sit out uncovered for a few hours or up to 1 day.
  2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish or spray with nonstick spray. Spread cubes of bread evenly in the dish.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the cubed bread.
  4. Cover the pan tightly and place it in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or up to 1 day.
  5. In another bowl, mix brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon together. Add cold butter; using a pastry cutter or fork, blend until pea-sized crumbles form. Stir in chopped pecans and refrigerate until ready for use.
  6. Remove casserole from refrigerator. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  7. Sprinkle crumb topping evenly over casserole. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, then cover with aluminum foil and bake an additional 25–35 minutes until center is set.
  8. Once baked, remove from oven and cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup on top if desired.

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