Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the delightful experience of our Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole, a perfect blend of creamy custard and caramelized sweetness that will elevate your brunch gatherings. This easy-to-make casserole combines the rich flavors of classic crème brûlée with the comforting essence of French toast, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Simply prepare it the night before and let it soak, so you can wake up to the enchanting aroma of caramelized sugar and warm bread. Serve warm with fresh berries or a dusting of powdered sugar for a truly decadent experience that your family and friends will rave about!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 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 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with brown sugar and corn syrup until smooth; pour into a greased baking dish.
- Arrange sliced French bread over the caramel base.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, and optional cinnamon; pour over bread slices and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving; flip each slice to reveal the caramelized side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 186mg