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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

This recipe is a fantastic way to start any day with a touch of sweetness and sophistication.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 1 loaf French bread, sliced into 1-inch thick slices
  • 5 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bread: Arrange the slices of French bread in a single layer in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Mix the Custard: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Pour this mixture over the bread slices, making sure all pieces are evenly soaked. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
  3. Preheat Oven: The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Create the Topping: In a small saucepan, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and maple syrup, stirring until smooth. Pour this mixture over the soaked bread.
  5. Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the bread is puffed up and the edges are golden brown.
  6. Serve: Serve the French toast warm, ideally with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of extra maple syrup for added decadence.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus overnight soaking)
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes