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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

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Indulge in this rich and custardy overnight French toast, finished with a caramelized sugar topping that gives it a crème brûlée flair. Perfect for a decadent breakfast or brunch!

Ingredients

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  • 1loaf French bread, sliced 1-inch thick5large eggs1 cuphalf-and-half1 cupwhole milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 5large eggs1 cuphalf-and-half1 cupwhole milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1 cuphalf-and-half1 cupwhole milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1 cupwhole milk1 teaspoonvanilla extract2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 2/3 cupgranulated sugar (plus extra for topping)1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoonground cinnamon1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1/4 teaspoonground nutmeg1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • 1/4 cupunsalted butter, cut into small piecesMaple syrup, for serving
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. 1️⃣Prepare the baking dish:Generously butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the French bread slices in a single layer, slightly overlapping if necessary.
  2. 2️⃣Make the custard:In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla extract, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until smooth and well-combined.3️⃣Soak the bread:Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring every slice is thoroughly coated. Use a spatula or your hands to gently press the bread into the custard.4️⃣Refrigerate overnight:Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.5️⃣Bake the French toast:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and discard the plastic wrap. Dot the bread with small pieces of butter and sprinkle a light layer of sugar over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast is puffed and golden.6️⃣Caramelize the sugar topping:Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top of the bread. Use a kitchen torch or the broiler setting on your oven to caramelize the sugar until it is golden and crisp.7️⃣Serve:Allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
  3. 3️⃣Soak the bread:Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices, ensuring every slice is thoroughly coated. Use a spatula or your hands to gently press the bread into the custard.4️⃣Refrigerate overnight:Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.5️⃣Bake the French toast:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and discard the plastic wrap. Dot the bread with small pieces of butter and sprinkle a light layer of sugar over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast is puffed and golden.6️⃣Caramelize the sugar topping:Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top of the bread. Use a kitchen torch or the broiler setting on your oven to caramelize the sugar until it is golden and crisp.7️⃣Serve:Allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
  4. 4️⃣Refrigerate overnight:Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  5. 5️⃣Bake the French toast:Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator and discard the plastic wrap. Dot the bread with small pieces of butter and sprinkle a light layer of sugar over the top. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the French toast is puffed and golden.6️⃣Caramelize the sugar topping:Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top of the bread. Use a kitchen torch or the broiler setting on your oven to caramelize the sugar until it is golden and crisp.7️⃣Serve:Allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
  6. 6️⃣Caramelize the sugar topping:Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on top of the bread. Use a kitchen torch or the broiler setting on your oven to caramelize the sugar until it is golden and crisp.7️⃣Serve:Allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
  7. 7️⃣Serve:Allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes before serving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!

Notes

For a deeper flavor, substitute brown sugar for some or all of the granulated sugar in the custard.Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.Customize the dish with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream when serving.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven.Customize the dish with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream when serving.
Customize the dish with fresh fruit or a dollop of whipped cream when serving.

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