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Crème Brûlée French Toast

An enchanting twist on the classic French toast, featuring a creamy custard base and a satisfying crackle of caramelized sugar on top.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the custard
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • a pinch of salt
For baking and topping
  • 1 loaf brioche bread, sliced Use day-old for best texture.
  • 6 tablespoons brown sugar For topping
  • Fresh berries and whipped cream For serving, optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until combined.
  2. Arrange the slices of brioche in a buttered baking dish, overlapping them snugly.
  3. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the brioche, ensuring every slice is soaked.
  4. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Bake the French toast uncovered for about 30-35 minutes, or until puffed and golden.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar over the top after baking and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until crackling. Alternatively, broil for a minute or two.
  4. Let it cool slightly before serving.

Notes

For best results, use day-old brioche. Adjust sugar based on taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.