Description
Indulge in the warmth of fall with our Pumpkin French Toast Bake with Cream Cheese Filling. This delightful casserole features layers of creamy pumpkin filling, sweetened cream cheese, and fluffy bread, all baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert, it’s an easy yet impressive dish that will leave your family and friends raving. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the option to make it ahead, you can enjoy the cozy flavors of autumn with minimal effort. Drizzle it with maple syrup or top it with whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet morning at home, this decadent treat is sure to become a seasonal favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 large eggs
- 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
- 1 loaf Brioche or Challah bread
- 3 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk eggs, pumpkin puree, milk, spices, and sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
- Layer half of the bread in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish; spread half of the cream cheese mixture on top.
- Add another layer of bread followed by the remaining cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers.
- Combine melted butter, chopped pecans, brown sugar, and salt; sprinkle over the casserole.
- Bake for about 40 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg