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Crème Brûlée French Toast

Crème Brûlée French Toast: Breakfast Bliss You'll Crave

Indulge in this Crème Brûlée French Toast, a luxurious breakfast combining creamy custard and crispy caramelized top.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Soaking Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Custard
  • 8 slices Brioche or Challah Bread or firm sourdough
  • 4 Large Eggs
  • 1 cup Whole Milk or almond/oat milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract or vanilla bean paste
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon or nutmeg
  • 1 pinch Salt
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • oven
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crème Brûlée French Toast
  1. Prepare the Bread: Cut the brioche or challah into 1-inch thick slices and arrange in a greased baking dish.
  2. Make the Custard: Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until creamy.
  3. Soak the Bread: Pour custard over bread, press down gently, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  4. Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Bake the French Toast: Remove wrap and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until golden brown. Broil for extra crunch if desired.
  6. Brûlée the Top: Sprinkle granulated sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broil.
  7. Serve: Cool slightly, cut, and plate with fresh berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg

Notes

For best results, use stale bread and ensure thorough soaking of bread in custard.

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