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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

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This Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast blends luxurious dessert flavors with breakfast, perfect for impressing brunch guests.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Refrigeration Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: French
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the French Toast
  • 1 loaf French bread slightly stale preferred
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Half-and-half can substitute with whole milk
  • 1 cup Whole milk can substitute with almond milk or oat milk
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla extract use pure for best results
  • 1/2 cup Granulated sugar adjust to taste; brown sugar can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon allspice or cardamom can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg optional
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter for greasing dish
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Granulated sugar for caramelizing

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • kitchen torch

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter. Lay sliced French bread in a single layer, slightly overlapping.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, whole milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and optional nutmeg until smooth.
  3. Pour the custard over the arranged bread slices, pressing gently to coat. Let soak for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, or at least 8 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Dot soaked bread with small pieces of butter and bake for 35-40 minutes.
  6. After baking, let cool slightly, then sprinkle granulated sugar over the top. Caramelize using a kitchen torch or under a broiler.
  7. Cool slightly, slice, and serve warm with maple syrup and fresh berries or whipped cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, use day-old bread and watch the sugar while caramelizing. Let the crust cool for optimal texture.

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