Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast with this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe. The rich custard-soaked bread is topped with a caramelized sugar crust, creating a delightful fusion of flavors and textures.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 loaf French bread, sliced 1-inch thick
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Arrange the bread slices in a greased baking dish.
- Make the Custard Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread slices.
- Chill Overnight: Cover and refrigerate the French toast overnight.
- Bake: Preheat the oven, dot the top with butter, sprinkle sugar, and bake until golden.
- Serve: Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
Notes
- This recipe is perfect for a special brunch or holiday breakfast.
- You can customize the flavors by adding orange zest or different spices to the custard mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 145 mg