Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast
Indulge your senses with Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast, a luxurious breakfast dish that blends the creamy richness of classic crème brûlée with the comforting familiarity of French toast. This delectable treat is perfect for leisurely weekends or special occasions, allowing you to prepare it the night before and simply bake it in the morning. The crunchy caramelized sugar topping perfectly contrasts the velvety custard-like interior, making each bite an unforgettable experience. Enhance your presentation with fresh fruits, whipped cream, or a drizzle of maple syrup, creating a brunch masterpiece that will impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 people 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced 1-inch thick
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
Instructions
- Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish and arrange the bread slices in a single layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, whole milk, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring thorough coating. Press down gently to soak.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Dot soaked bread with butter and sprinkle sugar on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before caramelizing with sugar using a kitchen torch or broiler.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 210mg