Description
Start your morning with a decadent twist—Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast. This easy make-ahead breakfast idea combines rich custard and a caramelized brown sugar base, creating a stunningly delicious brunch treat. Perfect for holiday mornings or relaxing weekend breakfasts, this easy recipe delivers restaurant-quality results without the fuss. Whether you’re looking for new breakfast ideas, a fancy yet simple food idea, or a reliable easy dinner-for-breakfast twist, this dish checks all the boxes.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons corn syrup
1 loaf brioche or challah bread, sliced thick
5 large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
1. Melt the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup in a saucepan. Stir until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into the bottom of a greased baking dish.
3. Arrange the bread slices snugly on top of the caramel mixture.
4. In a bowl, whisk together eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, and salt.
5. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread.
6. Press the bread down gently to ensure it’s fully soaked.
7. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
8. The next morning, bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes until golden and puffed.
9. Let cool slightly before serving to thicken the caramel.
Notes
Day-old brioche or challah works best—it soaks up more custard without falling apart.
If you want extra crispiness, slightly toast the bread slices before assembling.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 22
- Sodium: 290
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 16
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 39
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 170
Keywords: easy recipe, breakfast ideas, overnight french toast, brunch dish, food ideas