Pumpkin Ricotta French Toast

When fall flavors meet brunch comfort food, you get this Pumpkin Ricotta French Toast, a cozy twist on a classic that feels both indulgent and nourishing. Lightly coasted, thick slices of bread soak up a creamy custard made with pumpkin puree, ricotta, warm spices, and a touch of maple syrup before being golden crisp on the outside and tender inside. To finish, it’s topped with a whipped blend of pumpkin, Greek yogurt, and ricotta, lightly sweetened and spiced just like the custard, but with an extra boost of protein. The result? A festive breakfast that balances cozy flavor, satisfying texture, and better-for-you nutrition in every bite of this pumpkin ricotta French toast favorite.

Pumpkin Ricotta French Toast

Pumpkin Ricotta French Toast made with creamy and nutritious custard filled with warm spices, crispy outside, tender inside, and full of cozy fall flavor.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Breakfast

Calories: 410

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup non-fat milk
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 4 tbsp part skim ricotta
• 2 tsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 8 slices wheat bread

Method

 

1. Whisk all ingredients in shallow dish
2. Lightly coat each slice of bread with custard mixture
3. Heat in a skillet pan for about 2-3 minutes each side on low heat or until golden brown
4. Serve with the pumpkin ricotta topping and a sprinkle of roasted pumpkin seeds

Notes

French toast: 2 slices, 410 calories, 49 carbs, 7g sugar, 5g fiber, 22g protein, 12g fat

Recipe makes 8-10 slices

Heavily coating the bread can make it a little soggy and less firm when cooking. Bread that is a few days old will absorb the custard best.