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Overnight Creme Brulee French Toast
Carolina Gomez

Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

A decadent breakfast treat that combines the flavors of crème brûlée with French toast, this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is easy to make, requires no morning rush, and results in a rich, caramelized dish perfect for brunch or special occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 3
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the French Toast:
  • 1 loaf of French bread or brioche/challah, cut into thick slices
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or almond extract for a twist
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Zest of one orange optional
  • For Greasing:
  • Unsalted butter

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Plastic wrap
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish:
  2. Grease your 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter to prevent sticking.
  3. Arrange the Bread:
  4. Cut the French bread into thick slices and layer them in the prepared baking dish. You may slightly overlap the bread slices.
  5. Make the Custard:
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and orange zest until well combined.
  7. Soak the Bread:
  8. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices. Ensure all slices are soaked well with the custard.
  9. Cover and Chill:
  10. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, allowing the bread to absorb the custard.
  11. Bake:
  12. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap and bake the French toast for 40-45 minutes, until golden and set.
  13. Serve:
  14. Once baked, you can drizzle with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh whipped cream. For an added touch, broil for 1-2 minutes to create a crispy caramelized topping.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (per slice):

  • Calories: 350-500 kcal (varies by portion size)
  • Total Fat: 15-22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8-12 g
  • Cholesterol: 210 mg
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 45-58 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugars: 24-25 g
  • Protein: 8-11 g