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Easy Crème Brûlée French Toast Recipe

A luxurious, custard-soaked Crème Brûlée French Toast featuring a caramelized sugar crust, rich creamy center, and perfectly baked brioche for an indulgent breakfast experience.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons corn syrup or pure maple syrup
  • 8 –12 slices brioche or challah bread
  • 4 –6 large eggs
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 –3 tablespoons granulated sugar for topping

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan, then whisk in brown sugar and corn syrup until smooth and bubbly. Pour into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Arrange brioche slices in a single layer over the caramel base.
  3. Whisk eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon, then pour evenly over the bread.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for 8–10 hours.
  5. Remove from refrigerator, rest 15–20 minutes, then bake at 350°F for 40–50 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle granulated sugar on top and caramelize with a kitchen torch or broil for 1–2 minutes.

Notes

Allowing the dish to refrigerate overnight ensures the custard fully absorbs, creating the signature crème brûlée texture.