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Overnight Creme Brûlée French Toast Bake

Overnight Creme Brûlée French Toast Bake

This Overnight Creme Brûlée French Toast Bake is a delightful and indulgent breakfast option that can be prepared ahead of time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 55 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine French
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Equipment

  • microwave-safe bowl
  • 9x13-inch pan
  • whisk
  • liquid measuring cup
  • spatula

Ingredients
  

Butter and Sugar Mixture

  • 6 tablespoons butter melted
  • ¾ cup brown sugar packed, light or dark
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup or corn syrup or pancake syrup

French Toast Base

  • 6 to 8 slices French bread 1-inch thick, cut into ¾-inch cubes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup half-and-half
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Serving Options

  • sweetened whipped cream for serving
  • fresh strawberries for serving
  • fresh raspberries for serving

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Add butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup to a microwave-safe bowl, and microwave for 1-2 minutes, until the sugar is dissolved. Stir to combine.
  • Lightly grease a 9X13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Spread the brown sugar mixture in the bottom of the pan and arrange the bread cubes in a single layer over the top.
  • In a bowl or liquid measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, vanilla, and salt.
  • Pour the mixture evenly over the bread.
  • Cover the pan and refrigerate overnight (8 to 10 hours).
  • Remove the pan from the refrigerator, uncover, and place in the cold oven.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Once the oven reaches temperature, bake for 30-35 minutes, until the bread is golden and the caramelly syrup is bubbling.
  • Serve warm with sweetened whipped cream and fresh raspberries or strawberries.

Notes

For a firmer texture, use less half-and-half and eggs. If using artisan-style bread, consider cutting off the crusts. Ensure the bread cubes cover the bottom of the pan in a single layer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 8mg
Keyword Baked French Toast, Brunch, dessert, French Toast, Overnight Creme Brûlée French Toast Bake
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