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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

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An indulgent overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast that combines creamy custard-soaked bread with a crisp caramelized sugar crust—perfect for special breakfasts or brunch.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 50 minutes (including chill)
  • Yield: 6–8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf thick-cut bread (brioche or challah), cubed
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2–3 tbsp turbinado or granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tbsp melted butter (for greasing dish)

Instructions

  1. Grease a baking dish with melted butter and fill it with cubed bread.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  3. Pour custard mixture evenly over bread, pressing down lightly to soak.
  4. Cover tightly and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Uncover dish and bake for 35–40 minutes until golden and set.
  6. Remove from oven and sprinkle top with turbinado or granulated sugar.
  7. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar, or broil for 1–2 minutes until crisp.
  8. Cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm. Garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Add orange or lemon zest to custard for citrus flavor.
  • Mix in instant espresso powder for coffee richness.
  • Sprinkle almonds between layers for added texture.
  • Use ramekins for individual servings with personal brûlée tops.
  • Re-torch or broil leftovers to re-crisp the sugar crust before serving again.

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