Description
This Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is a decadent breakfast treat that combines rich, creamy custard with a crispy, caramelized topping. Perfect for special occasions or a weekend brunch, it’s an easy dish to prepare the night before and bake the next morning.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Crème Brûlée Topping:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- For the French Toast:
- French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, melt butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange the bread slices in the dish, layering them if needed.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half cream, vanilla extract, orange zest, and salt.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, making sure all are coated evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the dish from the refrigerator and let it stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- This dish needs to be prepared the night before, so it can soak overnight for optimal results.
- You can add a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup before serving for extra sweetness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes