How to Make Crème Brûlée French Toast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Crème brûlée French toast is a decadent and delicious breakfast dish that combines the rich and creamy flavors of crème brûlée with the comforting warmth of traditional French toast. This indulgent recipe is the perfect way to start your day off on a sweet note, and it's sure to impress any brunch guests you may have.

The key to making crème brûlée French toast is in the custard. Just like in a traditional crème brûlée, the custard is made with cream, eggs, sugar, and vanilla, creatin...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 6 (1-inch thick) slices French bread
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups half-and-half cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) casserole

  • Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Remove crusts from bread and arrange in the baking dish in a single layer. Whisk eggs, half and half, vanilla, brandy, and salt together in a bowl. Pour over the bread. Cover and chill at least 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Meanwhile, remove baking dish from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature.
  • Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until puffed and lightly browned, 35 to 40 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    510 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 16g
    • Cholesterol: 218mg
    • Sodium: 359mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 59g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 39g
    • Protein: 10g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 133mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 221mg