Description
Indulge in a decadent breakfast treat with this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe. The rich custard-soaked bread is topped with a crispy caramelized sugar crust, making it a perfect dish for special occasions or weekend brunches.
Ingredients
Scale
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
For Serving:
- Maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Arrange the sliced French bread in a single layer in a greased baking dish.
- Make the Custard Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Pour over the bread slices.
- Chill Overnight: Cover the dish and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
- Bake: Preheat the oven, dot the top with butter, sprinkle with sugar, and bake until golden and set.
- Serve: Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.
Notes
- You can sprinkle extra sugar on top before broiling for a more caramelized crust.
- Feel free to add fresh fruit or whipped cream as additional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: French toast, breakfast recipe, overnight recipe, crème brûlée, special occasion