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Elegant Make Ahead-Pumpkin French Toast Strata

Pumpkin Rich French toast -a make ahead classic perfect for fall gatherings
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Course: Breakfast & Brunch, MOST POPULAR RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Make ahead pumpkin french toast
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
resting time: 8 hours
Total Time: 9 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 416kcal
Author: Meggen Wilson

Ingredients

  • 1 lb challah, cubed into small pieces
  • 1 ¾ cup pumpkin puree
  • 7 large whole eggs
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • ½ cup maple syrup, plus more for serving
  • 3 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • ½ tsp freshly ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup pecans-chopped, optional
  • 1 tsp vanilla We prefer Wild Montana Foods Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  • Butter a 9 x 13 x 2 inch cassserole. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the pumpkin, eggs, egg yolks, maple syrup, milk, sugar, spices, vanilla extra , and pecans. Add bread to the bowl and gently fold until bread is completely coated. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove the casserole from the fridge and let rest on the counter for 30 minutes. Bake covered for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Serve with warm vanilla maple syrup.

Notes

You can Find Vanilla Maple Syrup HERE at Wild Montana Foods. 

Nutrition

Calories: 416kcal