Description
Indulge in this decadent Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast, where brioche or challah slices are soaked in a rich custard overnight, then baked until golden and caramelized to perfection.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 loaf brioche or challah, thickly sliced
For Caramelizing:
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- Optional: Maple syrup, fresh berries, powdered sugar, whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Custard: In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup, then pour into a baking dish. Whisk eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Dip bread slices in custard, layer in the dish, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake: Preheat oven, sprinkle granulated sugar on top, and bake until golden and set.
- Finish: Caramelize the sugar with a kitchen torch, and serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use brioche bread.
- Adjust sweetness to preference.
- Serve with a side of fresh berries for added freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg