Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast is a decadent breakfast delight that beautifully marries the creamy richness of classic crème brûlée with the comforting texture of French toast. Perfect for lazy weekends or special brunch occasions, this dish features thick slices of brioche soaked in a luscious custard and baked to golden perfection. Topped with a crisp caramelized sugar layer, it provides a delightful contrast of textures that will elevate your mornings to an extraordinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices brioche bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Slice brioche into thick pieces and arrange them in a greased baking dish. Pour custard mixture over the bread, ensuring each slice is well-coated. Let soak for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the soaked bread for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffy.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until bubbly and golden. Alternatively, broil for a minute or two.
- Let cool slightly before serving with fresh berries or whipped cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg