Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast
Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is a luxurious breakfast treat that elevates your morning routine. Imagine thick slices of buttery brioche soaked in a rich custard infused with vanilla and caramel, baked to golden perfection, and topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust. This indulgent dish is perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself on lazy weekends, and it can be prepared the night before for effortless enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 thick slices brioche bread
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Slice the brioche bread into thick slices and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring each slice is well-coated. Press down slightly to absorb.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Sprinkle brown sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg