Crème Brûlée French Toast
A luxurious twist on classic French toast, combining rich custard-soaked bread with a caramelized sugar topping, reminiscent of crème brûlée. Perfect for brunch or special occasions.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Skillet
- Baking dish
- Kitchen torch or broiler
Ingredients
- 6 slices thick bread brioche or challah preferred
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter for frying
- brown sugar for caramelizing
- fresh berries optional, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Arrange bread slices in a greased baking dish. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, ensuring each slice is soaked. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook soaked bread slices 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer the bread slices to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Sprinkle each slice with a thin layer of brown sugar. Caramelize using a kitchen torch until bubbly and golden brown, or place under the broiler for a few minutes.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
For the best texture, soak the bread overnight. Use brioche or challah for extra richness. Try adding a hint of cinnamon or nutmeg for a seasonal twist.