Description
Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is an exquisite breakfast treat that transforms your morning routine into a gourmet experience. Imagine golden slices of brioche bread soaked in a rich custard made from eggs, cream, and vanilla, then baked to perfection. The final touch? A layer of caramelized sugar on top that creates a delightful crunch, contrasting beautifully with the creamy interior. Perfect for brunches or special occasions, this dish requires minimal prep time the night before, allowing you to wake up to an indulgent breakfast ready to impress family and friends. Serve it with fresh berries or a drizzle of maple syrup for an unforgettable start to your day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf brioche bread
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Slice the brioche into thick pieces and arrange in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, pressing down gently to ensure absorption.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove from fridge and sprinkle brown sugar on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and puffed up. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 345
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 135mg