Crème Brûlée French Toast
This decadent crème brûlée French toast casserole offers a rich, indulgent breakfast or brunch option. Its custardy interior and golden, caramelized exterior make it a delightful dish that can be conveniently prepared in advance.
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur such as Grand Marnier
- 6 slices of French bread 1-inch thick
- 1 ½ cups half-and-half cream
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup
- 5 large eggs
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Begin by melting the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar and corn syrup, stirring until the sugar dissolves completely. Pour this mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Remove the crusts from the slices of bread and arrange them in a single layer within the prepared baking dish. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half cream, vanilla extract, orange liqueur, and salt. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Cover the dish and refrigerate it for at least 8 hours, or overnight.
- The following day, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Before baking, bring the dish to room temperature.
- Bake the casserole, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the top is lightly browned and puffed up.