Crème Brûlée French Toast
A delightful twist on a classic breakfast dish that combines the creamy richness of crème brûlée with hearty French toast, perfect for special occasions or a cozy brunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 large large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar for the egg mixture
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 8 slices brioche bread preferably day-old
- 1/4 cup sugar for topping for caramelizing
- to taste Butter for greasing
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish with butter.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined.
- Arrange the brioche slices in the baking dish and pour the egg mixture over them, making sure they are well soaked.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until golden and set.
- Once baked, sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden brown.
Notes
Serve warm with fresh fruit like strawberries or blueberries and a drizzle of maple syrup. Optionally sprinkle with powdered sugar. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best results, use day-old brioche bread and adjust cinnamon or vanilla to taste. You may also add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 8gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g
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