Description
This Overnight Creme Brulee French Toast combines rich custard-soaked brioche or challah with a golden caramelized bottom for a show-stopping breakfast that’s prepped the night before and baked in the morning. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or any cozy weekend breakfast.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup whole milk
5 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 loaf thick-sliced brioche or challah bread
Instructions
1. In a saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat until bubbling and smooth. Pour evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Arrange the bread slices over the caramel layer in a single tight layer.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, eggs, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
4. Pour custard over the bread, pressing gently to ensure all pieces are soaked.
5. Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 8 hours.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Uncover and bake for 40–45 minutes, until golden and custard is set.
7. Let cool slightly, then flip slices to showcase the caramel layer. Serve warm with toppings of choice.
Notes
Day-old bread works best for soaking up the custard without falling apart.
Use foil during the last 10 minutes of baking if the top browns too quickly.
Flip the slices when serving to showcase that luscious caramel topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: Overnight French Toast, brunch bake, creme brulee breakfast