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With the holidays approaching, there’s no better way to start a festive morning than with Weight Watchers Pumpkin French Toast Casserole. This twist on the classic French toast casserole adds a delicious pumpkin flavor, perfect for fall or holiday brunches. Itโs easy to make, with a custard mixture that includes pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and a touch of maple syrup. You can keep it low in WW points by using a sugar replacement, making it just 4 points per serving, or 6 points if you use real brown sugar. Whether served on its own or paired with savory dishes, this casserole is sure to become a holiday favorite!
Get the Recipe Here: Weight Watchers Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
Ingredients in WW Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
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For WW Pumpkin French Toast Casserole, you’ll need 8 eggs, ยผ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and ยฝ tsp pumpkin pie spice. Add 1 can (15 oz) 100% pumpkin puree, 16 slices whole wheat bread, and โ cup plain, unsweetened almond milk. For the cinnamon sugar topping, combine 5 tbsp brown sugar substitute or brown sugar, ยผ tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp all-purpose flour, and 1 tbsp light butter substitute.
Prepare Custard and Topping
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Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Mix the spices into the pumpkin, then whisk with eggs, milk, vanilla, and maple syrup until smooth. In a separate bowl, combine the topping ingredients and mix until crumbly.
Assemble the Casserole
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Grease a 9×13 baking dish. Layer 8 bread slices in the dish, then pour 1/3 of the custard over the bread, spreading to soak. Layer the remaining 8 bread slices on top, slightly overlapping, and pour the remaining custard over the bread. Sprinkle the crumbly topping evenly over the casserole.
Bake and Serve
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Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown and the custard is set. If the topping melts, use a knife to spread it evenly. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes to set before serving.
Variations and Substitutions
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For a splurge version of this casserole, top it with whipped cream, vanilla glaze, or extra maple syrup. You can also dust it with powdered sugar for added sweetness. If you’re using croissants instead of bread, the casserole will be more pudding-like, as the croissants absorb the custard more easily. To add creaminess, try spreading a low-fat cream cheese frosting on top after baking, or mix cream cheese into the custard and add more milk to thin it out. Feel free to substitute almond milk with oat, 2%, or skim milk. For larger gatherings, make two pans to ensure even cooking, as the casserole works best when layered shallow. To lower the points, reduce the maple syrup or use a zero-calorie sweetener.
Tips and Tricks
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For the best WW Pumpkin French Toast Bake, be mindful that the topping’s texture may vary depending on whether you use real sugar or a sweetener. If you use a sugar replacement, the topping may become more like a cinnamon sugar paste, which can be spread when serving. If it doesn’t melt, it will form a delicious streusel, which is also great! To store leftovers, tightly wrap the dish and refrigerate for 3-4 days. When preparing the pumpkin custard, use a spatula or spoon to spread it evenly, ensuring the bread soaks up all the custard.
Get the Recipe Here: Weight Watchers Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
