Description
This Crème Brûlée French Toast is rich, creamy, and baked to perfection, then finished with a caramelized sugar crust for the ultimate indulgent breakfast or brunch treat.
Ingredients
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread (12–14 slices)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (or nutmeg)
- Pinch of salt
- Extra sugar, for brûlée topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a baking dish.
- Arrange bread slices in the dish.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Pour custard over bread. Press gently to soak. Refrigerate 30 minutes or overnight.
- Bake 25–30 minutes until golden and set.
- Sprinkle sugar over top and torch until caramelized, or broil briefly.
- Cool slightly and serve with berries, powdered sugar, or maple syrup.
Notes
- Overnight soaking gives the best texture.
- Watch closely when broiling to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: French-American