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Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

Wake up to a delightful treat with this Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast! This easy recipe combines decadent brioche bread soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, cream, and vanilla, then baked to perfection and topped with caramelized brown sugar. Ideal for brunch or special occasions, you can serve it warm with fresh berries and mint for a touch of elegance. Prep it the night before for a hassle-free, delicious morning!
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Ingredients
  

1 loaf of brioche or challah bread, sliced (about 8-10 slices)

4 large eggs

2 cups whole milk

1 cup heavy cream

1 cup granulated sugar

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of salt

½ cup brown sugar (for topping)

Fresh berries (optional, for garnish)

Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prepare the Bread: In a large baking dish, arrange the slices of brioche or challah bread in a single layer. If necessary, you can cut the slices to fit.

    Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until fully combined and smooth.

      Combine: Pour the custard mixture over the arranged bread slices in the baking dish, ensuring every slice is generously soaked. You can gently press the bread down with a spatula to ensure it absorbs the mixture.

        Cover & Refrigerate: Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the bread to soak up the custard.

          Preheat the Oven: The next day, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

            Bake: Remove the plastic wrap from the bread and sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top of the soaked bread. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the custard is set, and the top is golden brown and slightly caramelized.

              Finish & Serve: Once baked, allow the French toast to cool for a few minutes. For extra caramelization, you can use a kitchen torch to brûlée the top layer of brown sugar. Serve warm, garnished with fresh berries and mint leaves if desired.

                Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 8 hours (includes minimum chilling time) | Servings: 6-8