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Irresistible Best Crème Brûlée French Toast You Have to Try

Learn how to make delicious Best Crème Brûlée French Toast. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 6 thick slices of day-old brioche or challah bread (stale bread works best to soak up custard)
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for caramelizing
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • A pinch of salt
  • Butter or oil for cooking

Substitution tips: If you don’t have brioche or challah, thick-cut Texas toast or even a sturdy sourdough loaf will work. For dairy-free options, swap whole milk and cream for coconut milk or almond milk, but the custard won’t be quite as rich. And if you don’t have cinnamon, a little nutmeg or cardamom can add a nice twist.

Instructions

  1. Start by whisking together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, 1/3 cup granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a large mixing bowl. The custard should be smooth and fragrant. This step always takes me back to those early mornings in my childhood kitchen, where the sweet smell of cinnamon and vanilla filled the air.
  2. Pour the custard into a shallow dish, wide enough to dip your bread slices comfortably. Let the bread soak for about 30 seconds on each side. Don’t rush this step—day-old bread needs time to absorb all that custardy goodness without falling apart.
  3. Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt a tablespoon of butter. You want the pan hot enough to get a golden crust but not so hot that the bread burns before cooking through.
  4. Place the soaked bread slices onto the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and slightly crisp. I like to gently press down with a spatula to ensure even cooking, but be careful not to squish the bread too much.
  5. Transfer cooked slices to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Here’s the fun part: sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar over the top of each slice—just enough to cover the surface.
  6. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it melts and forms a crispy, amber crust. If you don’t have a torch, place the baking sheet under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to avoid burning. This step always reminds me of my mom’s magic—how a little sugar and heat can transform a dish into something special.
  7. Serve immediately for that perfect crackling crust and warm custard inside.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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