Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast: An Indulgent Breakfast Delight
This Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is an indulgent breakfast delight that combines the rich flavors of crème brûlée with fluffy French toast, perfect for a brunch gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf brioche bread
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar for topping
Instructions
- Start by slicing the brioche bread into thick slices and place them in a greased baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread, ensuring all slices are well soaked.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap and sprinkle brown sugar over the top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Serve warm, optionally with fresh berries or a drizzle of maple syrup.
Notes
- For best results, use day-old brioche or any sturdy bread.
- Feel free to customize toppings and add fruits or nuts as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast, breakfast, brunch, dessert