Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast is a decadent breakfast dish that combines the creamy richness of crème brûlée with the classic comfort of French toast, topped with a caramelized sugar crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 8 slices of thick bread (such as brioche or challah)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Arrange the slices of bread in a baking dish and pour the egg mixture over the bread, ensuring each slice is well soaked.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the French toast for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top.
- Using a kitchen torch, caramelize the brown sugar until it forms a crispy crust. Alternatively, place under a broiler for a few minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with fresh fruit or maple syrup!
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use vanilla bean paste instead of vanilla extract.
- Make sure to soak the bread long enough for the custard to fully absorb.
- Serve immediately after caramelizing the sugar for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée, French Toast, Breakfast, Dessert