Crème Brûlée French Toast – Buttery, Custardy, & Caramelized! 💛🔥
Golden, caramelized, and decadently creamy, this Crème Brûlée French Toast is the perfect breakfast indulgence. Made with thick-cut bread, a rich custard, and a crackly brown sugar topping, it’s like having dessert for breakfast!
Ingredients:
🥖 For the French Toast:
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (challah or brioche recommended)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
🔥 For the Caramelized Topping:
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
Instructions:
1. Prep the Bread
🧈 Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
🍞 Arrange the bread slices in a single layer inside the dish.
2. Make the Custard
🥄 In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
3. Soak the Bread
🥣 Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, making sure every slice is soaked.
❄ Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least 2 hours) for the best flavor and texture.
4. Bake to Perfection
🔥 Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
⏳ Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown, puffed, and slightly crisp around the edges.
5. Caramelize the Sugar Topping
🧡 Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the top.
🔥 Broil for 2-3 minutes until the sugar melts and caramelizes, forming a crispy, brûlée-like crust.
6. Serve & Enjoy!
✨ Serve warm with maple syrup, fresh berries, or a dusting of powdered sugar.
🍴 Dig into that custardy center with a crackly caramelized top—breakfast bliss!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔ Custardy & Buttery – A rich, creamy center that melts in your mouth.
✔ Golden & Caramelized – The brûlée-style sugar crust takes it over the top.
✔ Perfect for Special Mornings – Ideal for brunch, holidays, or any morning that needs an extra treat!
🔥 Ready for a next-level breakfast? This Crème Brûlée French Toast will have you craving mornings! ☕🍞💛
