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A spatula holds a square piece of pumpkin French toast casserole topped with diced cinnamon apples, above a glass baking dish with more pieces inside.

Pumpkin French Toast Casserole With Spiced Apples (Overnight)

Kristina Cadelina
Make Christmas morning easier with this Pumpkin French Toast Casserole. Thick slices of buttery brioche soak up pumpkin pie spices and pumpkin custard overnight, then bake with a sweet apple mixture until golden. It’s a cozy, make-ahead breakfast for holiday brunch.
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Prep Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 377 kcal

Equipment

  • 13 x 9 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 8 cups brioche bread or any firm bread, cut into bread cubes
  • 1 cups milk
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup pumpkin canned pumpkin
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cooking spray

Spiced Apples

  • 2 large green apples peeled, medium diced
  • 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon allspice
  • 4 teaspoons maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • For the Spiced Apples:
    In a large pan, heat on medium/low, add the butter. When the butter is melted, add the apples along with the spices. Turn the heat down to low and let it cook for 5 minutes. Add the 4 teaspoons of maple syrup. Continue to cook for 3 more minutes then remove from the heat. Set aside.
  • Slice the bread into 1 inch bread cubes. Spray the baking pan with the cooking spray. Then place the bread into the pan.
  • In a stand mixer on medium speed, add the milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, canned pumpkin, vanilla, and the eggs- one at a time. Mix until combined.
  • Pour the mixture over bread. Evenly spoon the spiced apple mixture over the top.
  • Cover and place in the fridge overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 F. Remove the casserole from the fridge and let it sit out for about 30 minutes .
  • Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until it is set. Let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Notes:
Storing instructions: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge  for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 60-90 seconds. 
Helpful tips :
  • Let the pumpkin brioche french toast casserole rest after baking for at least 10 minutes before cutting into.
  • Allow the casserole to soak at least 4 hours to overnight. That way the bread can evenly absorb the custard. 
  • Use thick bread or stale brioche. Pro tip: Put the brioche in the fridge for a couple of days if its super soft. You can also cube the bread and let it sit out for a while before assembling.
 
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Nutrition

Calories: 377kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 14gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 278mgSodium: 425mgPotassium: 203mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2744IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 169mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Overnight French Toast Casserole, Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
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