Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast is a luxurious twist on a classic breakfast dish. This indulgent recipe features thick slices of brioche bread soaked in a rich custard made from eggs, heavy cream, and vanilla. Baked to perfection and topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust, this dish delivers an irresistible combination of creamy and crunchy textures. Perfect for Sunday brunch or special occasions, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Arrange brioche slices in the baking dish and pour the custard mixture over them; let sit for 15 minutes.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle remaining sugar on top, and caramelize using a kitchen torch or broiler for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve warm with fresh berries or maple syrup.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: Use slightly stale brioche for better absorption of the custard. Prepare the custard mixture the night before for enhanced flavor.