Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole: A Sweet and Savory Brunch Delight
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole: A Sweet and Savory Brunch Delight. This delightful dish marries the rich, creamy essence of crème brûlée with the comforting warmth of French toast, creating a showstopper for any breakfast table. Perfect for holidays, special occasions, or lazy Sunday mornings, this casserole features a soft custardy interior topped with a golden caramelized crust that will impress family and friends alike. Best of all, it can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to savor every moment with loved ones.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
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
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup over medium heat until bubbling. Pour evenly into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the sliced French bread over the caramel base.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Pour this custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring each piece is well-soaked.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown on top and slightly jiggly in the center. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 160mg