Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast Recipe
250kcal
Ingredients
For the Bread
- 1 loaf Brioche or Challah Bread 16 ounces gives a soft and rich base perfect for soaking up the custard.
For the Custard
- 6 large Eggs provides structure and stability to your dish.
- 2 cups Heavy Cream for a luxurious, creamy texture.
- 1 cup Whole Milk adds lightness that balances the richness.
- 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar sweetens the custard.
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract for a comforting aroma.
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon adds a subtle spice.
- 1 pinch Salt enhances overall flavor.
For Caramelizing
- 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar to create the crunchy caramel top.
Optional Garnishes
- Fresh Berries for a fresh presentation.
- Powdered Sugar adds elegance and sweetness.
Method
How to Make
- Cut the brioche or challah bread into thick slices, about 1 inch each.
- In a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, arrange the slices of bread in a single layer.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Cover the baking dish and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the cover and bake for 45–50 minutes, until the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Evenly sprinkle the 1/4 cup granulated sugar over the top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize.
- Allow the caramelized sugar to cool for about a minute.
- Garnish with fresh berries and a light dusting of powdered sugar if desired.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories250kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein6gFat12gSaturated Fat7gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gCholesterol180mgSodium300mgPotassium200mgFiber1gSugar12gVitamin A10IUCalcium15mgIron5mg
Notes
For best texture, use stale or day-old bread and press down on the bread slices when soaking in the custard.