Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast with this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe. Rich brioche or challah slices are soaked in a custard mixture overnight, then baked to perfection with a caramelized sugar topping.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 loaf brioche or challah, cut into thick slices
For Caramelizing:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Optional:
- Maple syrup
- Fresh berries
- Powdered sugar
- Whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Pour into a baking dish and arrange bread slices on top.
- Mix the Custard: Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Pour over the bread, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake: Sprinkle granulated sugar on top and caramelize with a torch. Serve with optional toppings.
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for a special breakfast or brunch occasion.
- Experiment with different bread types for varied textures.
- Adjust the sweetness to your preference by tweaking the sugar amounts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg