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Golden brown baked brioche french toast in a glass dish with caramel sauce on the bottom
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Crème Brûlée French Toast

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time9 hours
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 520kcal

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1 loaf brioche bread, cut into 1-inch thick slices
  • 5 large egg s
  • 1.5 cups half -and-half
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • Combine butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a small saucepan over medium heat; stir until melted and smooth.
  • Pour the caramel mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading evenly across the bottom.
  • Arrange brioche slices in the dish in a single layer over the caramel.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, salt, and nutmeg until well combined.
  • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices.
  • Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and remove the dish from the refrigerator to take the chill off.
  • Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes until the bread is puffed and golden brown.