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Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole

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Crème brûlée French toast casserole is a rich and elegant breakfast bake made with custard-soaked bread layered over a buttery brown sugar caramel base. It’s the perfect make-ahead dish for brunch, holidays, or special mornings.

Ingredients

  • 1 loaf French bread or brioche, cut into thick slices
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp light corn syrup (optional)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (optional)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Butter (for greasing the dish)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
  • Maple syrup or whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar and corn syrup (if using) until smooth and bubbling. Pour evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  3. Arrange the bread slices in a single, slightly overlapping layer over the caramel mixture.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream (if using), granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt.
  5. Pour the custard evenly over the bread. Press gently so the bread absorbs the liquid.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove casserole from the fridge and let sit at room temperature for 15–20 minutes.
  8. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the top is golden and center is set.
  9. Cool for 5–10 minutes before serving. Flip slices to reveal caramel base and serve with powdered sugar, whipped cream, or syrup if desired.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread for best texture and custard absorption.
  • Corn syrup is optional but helps create a smooth caramel layer.
  • Customize with orange zest, nuts, or spices in the custard.
  • Let casserole rest after baking before slicing to allow caramel to set slightly.

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