Crème Brûlée French Toast
A delightful twist on a classic breakfast favorite, combining the creaminess of crème brûlée with warm, comforting French toast.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 slices thick bread Brioche or challah work well.
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk Can substitute with almond milk or oat milk.
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Granulated sugar for caramelizing Use for topping.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt.
- Dip each slice of bread into the mixture, allowing it to soak for a few minutes.
Cooking
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt some butter.
- Cook the soaked bread slices until golden brown on both sides.
- Sprinkle granulated sugar on top of the cooked French toast and use a kitchen torch to caramelize the sugar until it forms a crispy top.
Serving
- Serve warm with syrup or fresh fruit.
Notes
Best served warm; drizzle with syrup or add fresh fruit. To store leftovers, let cool, then refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently, and caramelize the top before serving again.