Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast is a luxurious twist on traditional French toast, marrying creamy custard with a crunchy caramelized sugar top. Thick slices of brioche or challah absorb a delightful mixture of eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla, creating a breakfast that feels indulgent yet comforting. Perfect for special occasions or leisurely Sundays, this dish not only impresses with its stunning presentation but also offers an unforgettable flavor experience that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 thick slices brioche or challah bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (plus extra for topping)
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
- Arrange the bread slices in a greased baking dish and evenly pour the custard mixture over them.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for deeper flavor.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Let the bread sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking.
- Sprinkle additional brown sugar on top of each slice and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Broil on high for a couple of minutes until the sugar caramelizes into a crunchy crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 180mg