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Crème Brûlée French Toast for Mother’s Day Brunch

A thick slice of Crème brûlée French toast with a caramelized, crackly sugar top served on a white plate.
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Make this fancy French toast for a luxurious Mother’s Day breakfast. It features a creamy custard filling and a crisp, caramelized top crust, offering a five-star experience made easy at home.

Ingredients

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  • 8 thick slices brioche or challah bread
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar, plus 1/4 cup for topping
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, 1/2 cup sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined. This is your custard base.
  2. Place the bread slices into the custard mixture, ensuring both sides soak up the liquid. Let the bread soak for at least 30 minutes, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator for the best results.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
  4. Arrange the soaked bread slices in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of the bread.
  5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the French toast is set and lightly golden brown.
  6. Remove the dish from the oven. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of granulated sugar evenly over the top of the warm French toast.
  7. Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a hard, amber crust. Work quickly to avoid burning the sugar.
  8. Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between the warm, creamy interior and the crisp, brittle topping.

Notes

  • For an overnight french toast preparation, cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap after soaking and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Bring to room temperature for 20 minutes before baking.
  • If you do not have a kitchen torch, place the sugar-topped toast under a hot broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching constantly to prevent burning.
  • This recipe works well as a custard bread pudding base if you bake it longer until fully firm.

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