Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole: A Sweet and Savory Brunch Delight
Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole: A Sweet and Savory Brunch Delight is the ultimate dish for elevating your brunch game. This recipe brings together the creamy richness of crème brûlée with the nostalgic charm of French toast, resulting in a delightful casserole that will impress family and friends alike. Perfect for leisurely weekend mornings or special occasions, this make-ahead dish allows you to enjoy quality time with loved ones while indulging in a warm, caramel-topped treat. Prepare it the night before, and simply bake it in the morning to fill your home with an irresistible aroma.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- 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
- For the caramel base, melt unsalted butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling and thickened. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer sliced French bread over the caramel base evenly.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, vanilla extract, salt, and optional cinnamon until smooth. Pour the custard over the bread slices and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and let casserole sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden on top and set in the middle.
- Cool slightly before serving—invert each slice to reveal the caramelized side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 185mg