Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast combines the creamy, custardy richness of crème brûlée with the warm, familiar texture of baked French toast. Topped with a crisp caramelized sugar layer, it’s a luxurious yet simple brunch treat.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf of brioche or challah bread (12–14 slices)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- Optional toppings: fresh berries, powdered sugar, maple syrup
Instructions
- Slice brioche or challah into thick pieces and arrange in a greased baking dish, slightly overlapping.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Pour custard over bread, gently pressing slices to soak. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Uncover and bake for 25–30 minutes until golden and custard is set. Broil briefly for extra color if desired.
- Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over the top. Caramelize using a kitchen torch or under the broiler until crisp and golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Use brown sugar for deeper caramel flavor.
- Substitute milk and cream with plant-based options for a dairy-free version.
- Add nutmeg or orange zest to the custard for variation.
- Freeze unbaked soaked bread tightly wrapped for up to 2 months.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven to retain texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: French-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
