Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole, a delightful fusion of creamy custard and fluffy French toast that transforms any brunch into a memorable occasion. This sweet and savory dish combines the comforting warmth of classic breakfast fare with a luxurious caramelized topping, making it perfect for family gatherings or special celebrations. The best part? It can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to savor leisurely mornings with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp corn syrup
- 5 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
Instructions
- Prepare the caramel base by melting butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan until smooth. Pour into a baking dish.
- Arrange sliced French bread over the caramel mixture.
- Whisk eggs, milk, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon together; pour evenly over the bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow cooling briefly before serving; invert slices to reveal caramelized side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 150mg