Burnt Cream French Toast

A delightful casserole-style breakfast that combines bread pudding with a caramelized sugar top, perfect for brunch or special occasions.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Breakfast, Brunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 320

Main Ingredients

1 loaf French bread, stale or day-old A day-old baguette or boule slices nicely.
4 large eggs
1 cup heavy cream Half-and-half will work in a pinch.
1 cup milk Whole milk gives the best texture; use dairy-free milk for a lighter change.
1/2 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the custard.
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup brown sugar for topping Light or dark brown sugar both work.
Butter for greasing the baking dish

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously butter a baking dish.
Slice the French bread into thick pieces (about 1 to 1.5 inches thick) and arrange them snugly in the prepared dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.
Pour the custard evenly over the bread, pressing each slice down gently so it soaks the mixture.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes or overnight.

Baking

When ready to bake, remove the plastic wrap and evenly sprinkle the brown sugar across the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes until the custard is set and the top is golden.
For the brûlée top, lightly torch the brown sugar until melted and crisp, or place under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes.
Let rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.

Serving: 1Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18g

Best served warm with fresh berries, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream. Can also pair well with a light salad.

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