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Crème Brûlée French Toast

A luxurious make-ahead Crème Brûlée French Toast with a rich custardy center and a crisp caramelized sugar topping. Perfect for brunch, holidays, or special mornings.
Prep Time: 15 minutesChill Time: 8 hours (or overnight)Cook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 8 hours 55 minutes
Course: Breakfast / BrunchCuisine: French-Inspired / AmericanServings: 6 servingsCalories: ~520 kcal per serving
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • French Toast
  • 1 loaf brioche or challah bread sliced thick
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • Brûlée Topping
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar

Method
 

  1. Assemble
  2. Arrange bread slices snugly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Make custard
  4. Whisk eggs, cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth.
  5. Soak
  6. Pour custard evenly over bread. Press gently to submerge.
  7. Chill
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  9. Bake
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until set and lightly golden.
  11. Brûlée
  12. Sprinkle sugar evenly over the top. Broil or torch until caramelized.
  13. Serve
  14. Let the sugar set for 2–3 minutes, then serve warm.