Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast offers a sumptuous twist on the beloved breakfast classic. This gourmet recipe combines the rich, creamy essence of crème brûlée with the comforting familiarity of French toast, making it a standout dish for any special occasion or leisurely brunch. With its crisp caramelized sugar crust and soft, custard-like interior, it’s sure to impress your guests and elevate your breakfast experience. Perfectly customizable with fresh toppings, this indulgent treat is as delightful to eat as it is to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of brioche or challah bread (12–14 slices)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut the brioche or challah into thick slices and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the custard over the bread slices, pressing down gently to ensure even soaking.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on top and set in the middle.
- For a crispy topping, sprinkle sugar over the baked toast and use a kitchen torch or broiler to caramelize.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 140mg