Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of our Decadent Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole, a sweet and savory brunch delight that combines the rich creaminess of crème brûlée with the warm comfort of classic French toast. Perfect for busy mornings or special gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole can be prepared ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy a leisurely meal with your loved ones. With a golden caramelized top and soft custardy interior, this dish is sure to impress your guests while delivering a satisfying breakfast experience that everyone will adore. Elevate your brunch table with this delightful recipe that promises to be a crowd-pleaser!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
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 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 loaf French bread, cut into 1-inch slices
Instructions
- Make the caramel base by melting butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until smooth. Pour into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Arrange sliced French bread over the caramel mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla extract, salt, and cinnamon until smooth. Pour evenly over the bread slices and press down gently to soak.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight or for at least 4 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Let casserole sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before baking uncovered for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg