# Pumpkin French Toast Casseroles The Unconventional Casserole Recipe is a Sweeter and Autumnal Take By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-10-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casserole-recipe References: [buzzfeed](http://www.buzzfeed.com/melissaharrison/casserole-recipes) This casserole recipe is a modern dessert version you can make ahead of time. From the blog Very Culinary, the [Pumpkin French Toast Casserole](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strawberry-cheesecake-french-toast) is also ideal for the fall season. If you need to serve a group of people, this yummy dish is perfect. The [pumpkin and cinnamon flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-pumpkin-menu) make it autumnally appropriate and it pairs well with a hot beverage like warm apple cider. You can even prepare it the night before for a sweet breakfast the next morning. It's also a delicious snack. If you want to try this casserole recipe at home, you will need french bread, eggs, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla, [maple syrup](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-french-toast-bites), pumpkin pie spice, brown sugar, pecans (or almonds) and cinnamon. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 31% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Make-ahead Casserole Recipes:** Opportunity to develop and market more casserole recipes that can be prepared in advance, saving time and effort for busy individuals. - **Autumn-inspired Desserts:** Opportunity to create and promote dessert recipes that incorporate popular fall flavors like pumpkin and cinnamon, appealing to consumers during the autumn season. - **Convenient Breakfast Options:** Opportunity to develop and offer convenient breakfast dishes that can be prepared ahead of time, providing a quick and tasty morning meal for busy individuals. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to explore and expand their product offerings with new casserole recipes and autumn-inspired dessert options. - **Hospitality and Event Planning:** Opportunity for caterers and event planners to include make-ahead casserole recipes like Pumpkin French Toast Casserole in their menus, providing a unique and convenient option for large gatherings. - **Food Delivery and Meal Prep Services:** Opportunity for meal kit delivery services and meal prep companies to incorporate make-ahead breakfast casseroles into their offerings, providing customers with delicious and convenient breakfast options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heat-and-Eat French Toast Slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brioche-french-toast.md) - [Sweet Pumpkin-Stuffed Beignets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-marshmallow-beignets.md) - [Pumpkin Cheesecake-Filled Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-cheesecake-croissants.md) - [Autumnal Breakfast Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunny-street-caf.md) - [Apple Pie French Toasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramel-apple-pie-french-toast.md) - [Takeout French Toast Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-toast-bar.md) - [Sweet Fall-Flavored Breakfasts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-tarts-frosted-pumpkin.md) - [French Toast Breakfast Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-swirl-french-toast-breakfast.md) - [Decadent Autumnal Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fallinspired-menu.md)