Sourdough Pumpkin French Toast Casserole Recipe
Start your fall mornings right with this sourdough pumpkin pie spice French toast recipe. This easy French toast combines the tangy flavor of sourdough with the warm, comforting spices of pumpkin, creating a delicious autumn breakfast.
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 549kcal
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of sourdough bread or your choice of bread
- 1 ¼ c. of pumpkin puree
- ¾ c. brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp. pumpkin pie spice seasoning
- 8 large eggs
- 1 ½ c/ whole milk
- 1 c. whipping cream
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
- Crumble Topping
- ½ c. brown sugar
- ½ c. all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. cinnamon
- 8 Tbsp. butter cold and cubed
- 1 c. pecans roughly chopped
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Cut your loaf of sourdough bread into 1-inch cubes and spread them in a prepared baking dish. If using fresh bread, toast the bread beforehand.
- Make the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture: Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, making sure they are fully soaked. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Prepare the crumble topping: In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, cinnamon, and cold butter using a pastry cutter. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Cover and Let Sit: Cover the casserole and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours, or preferably overnight, for the best results. This allows the custard to fully absorb into every piece of bread, ensuring a rich and flavorful texture throughout.
- Bake the casserole: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Remove the casserole from the fridge and sprinkle the crumble topping over the bread. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy with your whole family.
Notes
- Use stale bread: Stale bread absorbs the egg mixture better than fresh bread, giving you the perfect texture.
- Prep the night before: Letting the casserole sit overnight allows the flavors to develop and the bread to soak up all the goodness.
- Make the topping ahead: You can prepare the crumble topping in advance and store it in an airtight container to save time in the morning.
- Cover with aluminum foil: During baking, cover with aluminum foil for the first 20 minutes to prevent the topping from burning. Remove the foil to finish baking and get that golden brown crust.
- Use different breads: Experiment with different types of bread, like brioche, cinnamon raisin bread, or texas toast, for a unique twist.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 549kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 170mg | Sodium: 416mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 40g