Description

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Crème Brûlée French Toast, a luxurious breakfast dish combining the rich texture of custard-soaked brioche with a caramelized sugar topping.

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

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
Cut the brioche or challah bread into thick slices and arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread slices, ensuring they are adequately soaked. Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Once ready to bake, remove the cover and bake the French toast for 30-35 minutes or until golden and puffed.
Sprinkle granulated sugar on top of the baked French toast and use a kitchen torch to caramelize it until golden brown, or place under the broiler for a few minutes.
Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh fruit or syrup.

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, feel free to add orange zest to the custard mixture or top with seasonal fruits.

Prep Time: 20
Cook Time: 30
Category: Dessert
Method: baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 420 kcal
Sugar: 24 g
Sodium: 260 mg
Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 11 g
Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
Carbohydrates: 48 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 185 mg

Keywords: Crème Brûlée French Toast, French Toast Recipe, Breakfast, Dessert, Brioche, Challah