Description
A rich and indulgent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole that combines the classic flavors of crème brûlée with the comforting texture of French toast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 loaf (16 ounces) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Add the cubed French bread to the egg mixture, gently folding to ensure all pieces are coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter. Pour the soaked bread mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and melted butter. Drizzle this mixture over the top of the bread.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle the granulated sugar evenly over the top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crispy.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the heavy cream with additional milk.
- For a flavor twist, add a teaspoon of almond extract or mix in fresh berries before baking.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 200mg