Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast treat with this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe. Creamy custard-soaked bread baked to perfection with a caramelized top, served with a dusting of powdered sugar and fresh berries. Perfect for a special occasion or leisurely brunch!
Ingredients
Scale
Caramel Mixture:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
French Toast:
- 1 loaf French bread (cut into 1-inch slices)
- 5 large eggs
- 1½ cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
For Serving:
- Powdered sugar
- Fresh berries (optional)
Instructions
- Caramel Preparation: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until smooth and bubbly.
- Assembly: Pour caramel into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer bread slices over the caramel. Whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, and salt. Pour mixture over bread, ensuring even coverage. Refrigerate covered overnight.
- Baking: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until set. Let cool slightly before serving with powdered sugar and berries.
Notes
- Consider using brioche or challah for a richer taste.
- Prepare up to 24 hours in advance for convenience.
- For a crispy top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus overnight chill)
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
