Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavor of Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast, a decadent breakfast treat that fuses creamy custard with a beautifully caramelized sugar topping. This dish is perfect for special occasions, offering an effortless way to impress family and friends at brunch or festive gatherings. With its rich taste and elegant presentation, it transforms a simple morning meal into a delightful experience. Prepare it the night before, and wake up to the warm aroma of fresh-baked French toast that will leave everyone craving more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf French bread (1-inch thick slices)
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for topping)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (cut into small pieces)
- Maple syrup (for serving)
Instructions
- Butter a 9×13-inch baking dish and arrange the sliced French bread in a single layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth.
- Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap, dot with butter pieces, and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool slightly before caramelizing the sugar topping using a kitchen torch or broiler until golden and crisp.
- Serve warm with maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 210mg