Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast (Printable View)
Custardy French toast baked with caramelized sugar, perfect for mornings and special brunch occasions.
# Ingredient List:
→ Base
01 -
1 loaf French bread, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
→ Custard
02 -
5 large eggs
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1 cup half-and-half
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1 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2/3 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for topping
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
→ Finishing
09 -
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
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Maple syrup, for serving
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Generously butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange French bread slices in a single, slightly overlapping layer.
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Whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, whole milk, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
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Pour the custard evenly over the bread slices, ensuring each piece is coated. Gently press bread into custard to promote absorption.
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Tightly cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow full saturation.
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Preheat oven to 350°F. Remove plastic wrap, dot bread with unsalted butter, and sprinkle with a light layer of sugar. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until puffed and golden.
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Allow dish to cool briefly. Sprinkle a thin, even layer of granulated sugar on top. Caramelize sugar using a kitchen torch or the oven's broiler until crisp and golden.
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Let the French toast rest for several minutes before cutting. Serve slices warm, drizzled with maple syrup.
# Supplementary Details:
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For the best texture, use day-old French bread—it absorbs the custard more evenly.