Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with this slow cooker pumpkin French toast casserole. This easy-to-make dish combines soft brioche soaked in a rich, spiced pumpkin custard, creating a warm and satisfying breakfast that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family brunches. With minimal prep time and the hands-free convenience of a slow cooker, you can enjoy a delicious breakfast without the fuss. Top it off with powdered sugar or maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness, and watch as this crowd-pleaser delights both kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-ounce) loaf brioche, cut into 1-inch pieces
- Cooking spray or unsalted butter
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups half-and-half
- 1 (14-ounce) can pumpkin purée
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional: powdered sugar
- Optional: maple syrup
- For the Streusel Topping: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons chopped, toasted pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare your slow cooker by greasing it with cooking spray or unsalted butter.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, pumpkin purée, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until well combined.
- Layer half the brioche pieces in the slow cooker and pour half the custard over them. Repeat with remaining brioche and custard.
- For the optional streusel topping, combine flour, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a bowl. Drizzle with melted butter and mix until crumbly.
- Sprinkle the streusel over the casserole. Cover and cook on low for about 4 hours or until set.
- Serve warm with powdered sugar or maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 180mg