Crème Brûlée French Toast – Indulge in a Luxurious Breakfast

Indulge in Crème Brûlée French Toast, a luxurious breakfast combining creamy custard with golden French toast.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 30

Total Time 1 30

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: French

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Toast

8 slices Brioche or Challah Bread Substitute with gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.
4 large Eggs For vegan options, use a flaxseed mixture.

For the Custard Mixture

1 cup Whole Milk Swap in almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
0.5 cup Heavy Cream Consider using half-and-half or non-dairy cream alternatives.
0.5 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can provide a deeper flavor.
1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Feel free to use vanilla bean paste for more flavor.
0.5 tsp Ground Cinnamon Nutmeg can provide a different flavor profile.
Pinch of Salt Balances sweetness effectively.

For the Topping

Granulated Sugar Sprinkle on top before caramelizing for the signature brûlée finish.

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
Mixing bowl
kitchen torch

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Bread: Slice the brioche or challah bread into 1-inch thick slices and arrange horizontally in a greased baking dish.
Make the Custard: Whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
Soak the Bread: Pour custard over the bread slices, ensuring even coating, press down gently, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake: Bake the dish for 25–30 minutes until golden brown and the custard is set.
Brûlée the Top: Sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch or broil for 2-3 minutes.
Serve: Cool slightly, serve topped with berries, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the bread to soak overnight for best results. Close monitoring is necessary when caramelizing the top.

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