Crème Brûlée French Toast: Indulgent Bliss for Breakfast Lovers
Indulge in the rich flavors of Crème Brûlée French Toast, a decadent breakfast choice that will please any sweet tooth.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 4 slices thick-cut brioche bread
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar for topping
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Soak the brioche slices in the custard mixture for about 5 minutes on each side.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and melt a little butter.
- Cook the soaked brioche slices until golden brown on both sides.
- Transfer the French toast to a baking dish, sprinkle with brown sugar, and broil for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
- Serve warm with fresh fruit, maple syrup, or whipped cream.
Notes
- For extra richness, substitute half of the heavy cream with whole milk.
- Let the bread sit in the custard for longer for a custard-like texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée French Toast, breakfast, indulgent, dessert-for-breakfast