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Crème Brûlée French Toast

A delightful twist on traditional French toast that combines the rich flavors of crème brûlée with the comforting texture of French bread, perfect for breakfast or brunch.

  • Total Time: 150 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 loaf of French bread
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Additional sugar for caramelizing

Instructions

  1. Slice the French bread into thick pieces and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
  3. Pour the mixture over the bread slices, ensuring they are well coated.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes or overnight.
  5. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Bake the bread for 30-35 minutes until golden and set.
  7. In a skillet, melt the butter and toast the edges of the baked bread.
  8. Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over the tops and caramelize it with a kitchen torch until golden.
  9. Serve warm and enjoy your decadent breakfast!

Notes

Use day-old French bread for the best texture. Make the mixture the night before for a hassle-free morning. Experiment with flavors by adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the custard mix.

  • Author: mehdilmh
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 250mg

Keywords: French toast, crème brûlée, breakfast, brunch, dessert