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Pumpkin French Toast Bake with Cream Cheese Filling

Pumpkin French Toast Bake with Cream Cheese Filling

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Indulge in the comforting flavors of the season with our Pumpkin French Toast Bake with Cream Cheese Filling. This delightful breakfast casserole features layers of fluffy brioche bread soaked in a spiced pumpkin egg mixture, complemented by a rich cream cheese filling and topped with crunchy pecans. Perfect for fall gatherings or cozy family brunches, this dish serves up to 10 people and can easily be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to spend more time with your loved ones. Enjoy it warm, drizzled with maple syrup or paired with fresh fruit for a truly satisfying meal that captures the essence of autumn.

Ingredients

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  • 16 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin puree
  • 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, sliced
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin spice
  • 1 1/4 cup milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract; beat until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, mix melted butter, pecans, brown sugar, and salt for the topping.
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, pumpkin spice, and vanilla in a large bowl.
  5. Layer half the bread in the greased baking dish. Spread the cream cheese filling over it and top with remaining bread slices.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over everything; sprinkle topping evenly on top.
  7. Bake for 40 minutes until golden brown.

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