Description
Crème Brûlée French Toast is a luxurious breakfast that combines the rich flavors of creamy custard with a crispy caramelized sugar topping. Perfect for lazy Sunday mornings, this indulgent dish transforms ordinary pancakes into a delightful experience that will impress family and friends alike. With its silky texture and heavenly aroma, each bite takes you back to your favorite café. Easy to prepare, this recipe is sure to elevate your brunch game and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices thick-cut brioche bread (day-old preferred)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, eggs, 1/4 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until fully combined.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the custard mixture for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Arrange the soaked brioche in the prepared baking dish in a single layer. Optionally, add berries or chocolate chips between layers for extra flavor.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
- Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch or under the broiler until bubbly and golden.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 150mg