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Pumpkin French Toast Casserole

This delicious Pumpkin French Toast Casserole combines challah bread with pumpkin custard and a pecan streusel topping for an easy, make-ahead breakfast that's perfect for holidays and special occasions.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base

  • 1 loaf challah bread or brioche 16 ounces, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 4 large eggs at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Streusel Topping

  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Generously grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  • Spread the cubed challah bread in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk, pumpkin puree, eggs, 1/4 cup brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and kosher salt until the mixture is completely smooth and well-combined.
  • Slowly pour the pumpkin custard mixture evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish. Use a spatula to gently press down on the bread, ensuring all pieces are soaked with the custard.
  • In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, chopped pecans, and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon to create a streusel topping.
  • Sprinkle this topping evenly over the soaked bread. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center, the top is golden brown, and the edges are slightly crisp.
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
Keyword casserole, french toast, holiday, make-ahead, pumpkin