🎃 Pumpkin French Toast Sticks – Cozy Fall Breakfast for Little Hands
If you’re looking for a warm, spiced, and totally dunkable fall breakfast, these Pumpkin French Toast Sticks are about to become your new morning favorite! 🍂🍞
Soft on the inside, lightly crispy on the outside, and bursting with pumpkin spice magic, they’re perfect for tiny hands and big appetites. Plus, they’re ready in 10 minutes—no oven, no mess, no crusts to cut off!
Great for busy school mornings, weekend brunches, or even lunchbox treats, these sticks are a healthy-ish way to celebrate fall without the sugar crash. 🧡🥖
Table of Contents
“Pumpkin French Toast Sticks: fall flavors you can dip, dunk, and devour.”
⏱️Prep Time
5 minutes
🔥Cook Time
5 minutes
🍽️Servings
8 sticks (2 kid-sized portions)
🛒Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Whole grain or brioche bread | 4 slices |
| Egg | 1 |
| Pumpkin purée (canned or homemade) | 2 tbsp |
| Milk (dairy or unsweetened almond) | ¼ cup |
| Maple syrup | 1 tsp |
| Pumpkin pie spice | ¼ tsp |
| Vanilla extract | ½ tsp |
| Butter or coconut oil | for cooking |
| Cinnamon sugar (optional) | for dusting |
👩🍳Directions
- Slice & Prep
Cut each slice of bread into 3 strips. Set aside. - Make the Batter
In a shallow bowl, whisk together egg, pumpkin purée, milk, maple syrup, pumpkin spice, and vanilla until smooth. - Dip & Coat
Quickly dip each bread stick into the batter. Don’t soak—just a quick dip on all sides. - Cook the Sticks
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add a little butter or coconut oil.
Cook sticks for 1–2 minutes per side until golden and slightly crisp. - Serve & Dip!
Serve warm with yogurt dip, maple syrup, or apple sauce. Dust with cinnamon sugar if desired!
🌟Health Benefits of Pumpkin French Toast Sticks
These sticks aren’t just cute—they’re secretly packed with goodness:
- Vitamin A from pumpkin – great for eyes and immunity
- Protein from egg and milk – keeps kids full ‘til lunch
- Fiber from whole grain bread – happy tummies
- Low added sugar – just a kiss of maple syrup
🧠Nutrition Information (Per Stick)
| Nutrient | Amount | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 85 | Light yet satisfying |
| Protein | 4g | Supports growth & focus |
| Carbs | 11g | Brain fuel |
| Healthy Fats | 3g | Keeps energy steady |
| Vitamin A | 20% DV | Immune & vision boost |
🧒Why Kids Will Love Pumpkin French Toast Sticks ?
- Dippable – kids love anything they can dunk!
- Sweet but not sugary – just the right fall flavor
- Finger food – no forks, no fuss
- Lunchbox-friendly – tasty cold or warm
🔄Recipe Variations & Customization
| Twist | How to Do It |
|---|---|
| Chocolate Chip | Add mini chocolate chips to the batter |
| Banana Pumpkin | Swap half the pumpkin for mashed banana |
| Gluten-Free | Use GF bread |
| Dairy-Free | Use oat milk and coconut oil |
| Savory | Skip maple, add a pinch of cheddar in the middle |
🧪Science-backed breakfast – Sources for Curious Parents
Every claim in this post is linked to the exact study or nutrient record:
- Vitamin A in 1 Tbsp pumpkin = 50 % of daily need for 4-year-olds
→ USDA FoodData Central, entry “Pumpkin, canned, without salt” - Kids 4–8 need 25 g fiber/day but average only 13 g
→ Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-25, Figure 2-3 & Appendix E-2.1
🧊Meal Prep & Storage Tips
- Fridge: Store cooked sticks in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze in a single layer, then store in a bag for up to 1 month.
- Reheat: Pop in toaster oven or skillet for 2–3 minutes.
- Lunchbox: Pack with a tiny container of yogurt or applesauce for dipping!
🎥Added Bonus – Watch & Learn!
👉 [Watch the EASY Pumpkin French Toast Recipe on Youtube video!!]
See how fast these come together—and how fast they disappear! 🧡
🧑Conclusion
These Pumpkin French Toast Sticks are everything you want in a fall breakfast: fast, healthy, cozy, and kid-approved. Whether it’s a crisp Tuesday morning or a lazy Sunday brunch, they bring the taste of autumn to the table without the sugar crash.
Plus, with endless ways to customize, you can make them your own every single time. Try them today—and don’t be surprised if your kids ask for them on repeat until spring! 🍁🧡
🧾Related Recipe – More Cozy Fall Treats!
If you loved these sticks, you’ll adore our Delicious French Toast.
❓FAQ
1. Can I make these ahead?
Yes! Cook, cool, and freeze. Reheat in toaster oven or skillet.
2. Can I skip the pumpkin?
Sure—just use mashed banana or sweet potato for a different vibe.
3. Are these nut-free?
Totally! Just use a nut-free milk like oat or dairy.
