Is there anything better than the Trader Joe's pumpkin craze in the fall? When the weather cools off and the leaves start to turn, we can't wait to fill our carts with pumpkin butter, pumpkin gnocchi, pumpkin bread , pumpkin yogurt and our favorite: pumpkin brioche. Lately, TikTok users have taken the pumpkin craze up a notch by using TJ's iconic bread to make a next-level French toast.
TikToker @serenaseatss has come up with the most brilliant, cozy recipe for French toast using the brioche that screams "Sunday morning." "Did this a couple of weeks ago and let me tell you….. it Changed. My. Life," says one fan of the recipe. Read on for what you need to know to make it at your house.
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What is Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche French Toast?
The secret to this trend's success lies in the magical brioche bread itself. Trader Joe’s Pumpkin Brioche Twist has a subtle pumpkin flavor and hints of cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice. The bread's light and airy texture soaks up the egg mixture beautifully, creating a French toast that's crispy on the outside and tender and custardy on the inside.
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How to Make Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche French Toast
After seeing the video, many commenters asked for the precise recipe and the creator kindly dropped the ingredients in the comments. You'll need a loaf of Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche Twist, 2 eggs, 1/3 cup milk, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, a pinch of salt, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1 tablespoon pumpkin butter, which TJ's conveniently sell). Whisk the eggs in a shallow dish and add the milk. Then add the vanilla, brown sugar, salt, pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin butter. We also saw some maple syrup go into the egg mixture in the video, so if you want to add a splash you can do that too. Whisk again.
Peel the paper off the sides of the bread slices (a lot of TikTokers admitted to missing this step and mistakenly eating it!), soak the bread in the egg mixture cook in a skillet until each side is golden. Serve with maple syrup and soak up the cozy, autumnal vibes this dish brings to your breakfast table.
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Tips for Making Trader Joe's Pumpkin Brioche French Toast
Make it your own. "Next time try using the maple oat beverage instead of regular milk!!!" says one TikToker. "Toast the slices of bread first in the toaster before dipping them in egg mix 🤗" says another and finally, the most decadent suggestion: "I stuff mine with cream cheese 🤤."
Get creative with toppings. TikTokers online have been taking their pumpkin brioche French toast over the top with lots of toppings. Commenters have suggested whipped cream , pecans, caramel drizzle, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you're looking for a dish with dessert vibes.
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