Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of Crème Brûlée French Toast, a decadent breakfast that combines the classic flavors of crème brûlée with the comforting texture of French toast.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Slice the brioche or challah bread into thick slices and arrange them in the greased baking dish.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring they are fully soaked.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Remove the dish from the refrigerator and bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden and slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving.
- Serve warm with optional toppings like fresh berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.
Notes
For a twist, try adding a layer of caramelized sugar on top for a true crème brûlée experience. Adjust the sweetness by using brown sugar.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 180 mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée French Toast, breakfast, dessert, brunch, brioche, French toast, custard