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Close-up of Pumpkin Spice Halloween French Toast bites coated in cinnamon sugar with a side of pumpkin spice dip.

Pumpkin Spice Halloween French Toast

Surprise your kids with a festive and spiced treat this Halloween morning. This recipe is sweet, spiced, and perfect for a holiday tradition.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 rolls
Course: Breakfast

Ingredients
  

For Frying
  • 6 cups vegetable oil
For the French Toast
  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree divided
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • 12 Hawaiian rolls
For Coating and Sauce
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup sweetened condensed milk

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Thermometer
  • Shallow dish
  • Food processor
  • Tongs
  • Paper towel-lined plate
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat 6 cups vegetable oil in a medium, high-sided skillet over medium heat until an instant-read or deep-fry thermometer registers 325°F.
  2. In a large, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, cinnamon, allspice, cloves, ginger, nutmeg, and 2/3 cup of the pumpkin puree.
  3. Pulse panko bread crumbs in a food processor until very fine crumbs form, or crush them in a resealable bag with a rolling pin. Transfer the panko to another shallow dish.
  4. Working in batches, dip the Hawaiian rolls into the egg mixture, letting them soak for 1 to 2 minutes. Use tongs to lift the rolls out, allowing excess to drip off. Toss the rolls in the panko, ensuring all sides are coated.
  5. Fry the coated rolls in batches, turning halfway through, until lightly golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. You may need to use tongs to hold the roll steady while turning. Transfer the fried rolls to a plate lined with paper towels and let them cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  6. Place the granulated sugar in a large bowl. Toss the slightly cooled rolls in the sugar until coated.
  7. In a small bowl, stir together the sweetened condensed milk and the remaining 1/3 cup of pumpkin puree. Serve the pumpkin spice rolls with the pumpkin milk alongside.

Notes

This recipe is perfect for busy parents who want to make holiday mornings fun and festive. It's also ideal for families looking for breakfast ideas that balance indulgence and health.

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