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Crème Brûlée French Toast

Crème Brûlée French Toast

This Crème Brûlée French Toast is a deliciously decadent breakfast that combines creamy custard with a crispy caramelized top.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Custard Mixture
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Bread
  • 8 slices brioche or challah bread thickly sliced
Caramelization
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar for caramelizing

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • whisk
  • Oven
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  2. Arrange the brioche or challah bread slices in a baking dish and pour the custard mixture over the bread, ensuring all slices are well soaked. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for best results.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Bake the soaked bread slices for 30 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  5. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
  6. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top of the baked French toast and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 25g

Notes

Feel free to customize with fruits or spices for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.

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