Irresistible Pumpkin French Toast Bake w Cream Cheese Filling
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Author:souzanfood
Total Time:1 hour 15 minutes
Yield:8 servings 1x
Description
Indulge in this Irresistible Pumpkin French Toast Bake w Cream Cheese Filling Perfect for brunch its a cozy delicious fall treat Enjoy today
Ingredients
Scale
1 loaf bread (preferably brioche or challah)
1 cup pumpkin puree
4 large eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Prepare the Bread: Cut your loaf into 1-inch pieces and spread them out on a baking sheet to dry out.
Make the Custard: Whisk together the eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine with Bread: Place the bread pieces in a bowl and pour the custard mixture over it, soaking the bread. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Mix the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Layer the Ingredients: In a greased baking dish, layer half of the soaked bread mixture, dollops of the cream cheese filling, and then the remaining bread mixture.
Bake: Cover with foil and bake at 350°F for 25 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
Cool and Serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm with your favorite garnishes.
