Crème Brûlée French Toast
A delicious twist on classic French toast, featuring creamy flavors reminiscent of crème brûlée and a satisfying crunch of caramelized sugar on top.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 loaf brioche or challah bread Use day-old bread for better texture.
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Caramelizing
- 1/4 cup brown sugar For caramelizing on top.
- Butter For greasing the baking dish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease a baking dish with butter.
- Cut the bread into thick slices and arrange them in the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the bread slices, pressing them down slightly to soak.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Baking
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the French toast for 30-35 minutes, until golden and set.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the top.
- Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until bubbling and golden.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy the decadent flavors!
Notes
You can add a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra flavor. Fresh berries or whipped cream can also make a lovely addition to each plate.