Crème Brûlée French Toast

Crème Brûlée French Toast is the ultimate decadent breakfast—perfect for holidays, romantic mornings, or when you want to turn brunch into a celebration. Rich brioche soaked in a vanilla custard, pan-fried, and topped with a caramelized sugar crust brings crème brûlée bliss to your breakfast table.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: French-American

Calories: 460

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

6 slices brioche or challah thick cut, preferably day-old
4 eggs large
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tsp vanilla extract or seeds from 1 vanilla bean
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp butter for cooking

Topping

1/4 cup granulated sugar for caramelizing
fresh berries or fruit compote optional, for serving

Equipment

Skillet or Griddle
Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Kitchen torch

Method

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, vanilla, and cinnamon until smooth.
Dip each slice of brioche into the custard, allowing it to soak thoroughly.
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook each slice for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.
Transfer to a plate. Sprinkle the tops generously with granulated sugar.
Use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until bubbly and crisp. Alternatively, place under broiler for 1–2 minutes.
Serve warm with fresh berries or fruit compote, if desired.

Notes

For best results, use slightly stale bread. To save time, soak the bread in custard overnight and cook in the morning. Don’t skip the caramelized sugar topping—it’s what makes this dish truly special!