Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast

This Overnight Crème Brûlée French Toast is rich, custardy, and caramelized to perfection. Soak, bake, and enjoy a crispy, golden treat—no flipping needed! The perfect indulgence for brunch or any morning that deserves a little extra sweetness. 😍🔥🥐

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert

Cuisine American, French

Servings 8 people

Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

1 Large mixing bowl
1 9x13-inch baking dish
1 Whisk
1 Pressure cooker (for overnight chilling)
1 Small saucepan
1 Spatula or spoon (for stirring and spreading the topping)
1 Measuring cups and spoons
1 Oven (for baking)
1 Cooling rack (optional, for letting it cool slightly before serving)

Ingredients

1 loaf loaf French bread cut into 1-inch slices
6 large eggs
2 cups heavy cream
½ cup whole milk
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ cup unsalted butter melted
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 tbsp corn syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

Prep the Baking Dish:

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.

Arrange the Bread:

Slice the French bread into 1-inch slices and arrange them in a single layer in the greased baking dish.

Make the Custard Mixture:

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together:
6 large eggs
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt

Soak the Bread:

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread slices. Make sure all pieces are well-coated. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or at least 4 hours).

Preheat the Oven:

The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Prepare the Brown Sugar Topping:

In a small saucepan, combine:
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is dissolved.