Crème Brûlée French Toast
Indulge in a breakfast experience like no other with Crème Brûlée French Toast. This decadent dish combines the rich flavors of custard-soaked brioche with a perfectly caramelized sugar topping, delivering a delightful mix of creamy and crispy textures. Perfect for special occasions or cozy weekend brunches, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends. Get ready to elevate your breakfast game with this luxurious treat!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (6 slices total) 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices thick-cut brioche bread (about 12 oz)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip each slice of brioche into the custard mixture, soaking for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add butter/oil to prevent sticking.
- Cook soaked bread slices for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Sprinkle light brown sugar on warm toast and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg