Pumpkin French Toast for Toddlers
Soft on the inside with a lightly golden exterior, these pumpkin French toast strips combine whole wheat bread with pumpkin purée, warm cinnamon, vanilla, milk, and eggs. Cut into toddler-friendly pieces, they make a simple breakfast or snack that can be served plain or paired with fruit or a small amount of maple syrup.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup plain unsweetened pumpkin purée
- 4 slices whole wheat bread
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1 –2 teaspoons coconut oil or another neutral cooking oil such as avocado oil
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon preferably freshly ground for a fuller flavor
Instructions
- Crack the 2 large eggs into a wide, shallow bowl and beat them thoroughly.
- Add 1/4 cup pumpkin purée, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Whisk until all of the ingredients are evenly incorporated and the mixture has a smooth consistency.
- Using a sharp knife, cut each of the 4 whole wheat bread slices into strips.
- Approximately four strips per slice works well, although the pieces may be cut slightly larger or smaller according to preference.
- Working with only a few pieces at a time, place the bread strips into the prepared pumpkin and egg mixture.
- Allow each side to absorb the mixture for approximately 10–15 seconds. The bread should be well coated without becoming excessively saturated or soggy.
- Warm 1–2 teaspoons coconut oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- Arrange the soaked bread strips in the pan in one even layer, leaving enough space between the pieces to prevent overcrowding.
- Cook the first side for 2–3 minutes, or until it develops a golden-brown color and a lightly crisp surface.
- Turn each strip over and cook the opposite side for an additional 2–3 minutes, until similarly golden and cooked through.
- Repeat as necessary with any remaining soaked bread strips.
- Transfer the finished pumpkin French toast strips from the frying pan and serve them warm.
- They may be enjoyed without toppings or accompanied by fresh fruit or maple syrup.
Notes
Coconut oil contributes a mild flavor to the French toast, but avocado oil or another neutral cooking oil may be used instead.
Any suitable bread may replace the whole wheat bread while following the same preparation method.
For additional flavor when serving, pair the French toast strips with fresh fruit or a light drizzle of maple syrup.