_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Ladies and gentlemen, grab your aprons because I’m about to share my absolute favorite breakfast recipe that has my family literally fighting over the last bite! This Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole is what breakfast dreams are made of, and trust me, it’s worth setting your alarm for.
You know those mornings when you want to feel fancy but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen? This is your answer! I discovered this recipe after a disastrous attempt at making regular French toast for my mother-in-law (let’s not talk about that), and now it’s become our Sunday morning tradition.
What You’ll Need:
– 1 loaf of brioche bread (day-old is perfect!)
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups of heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1/2 cup brown sugar
– 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– Pinch of salt
– For the topping: 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar
Y’all, here’s where the magic happens!
Instructions:
1. Slice that gorgeous brioche into thick pieces (about 1-inch). If you’re feeling extra, let it sit out for a few hours to get slightly stale – trust your girl on this one!
1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, and spices until smooth. (If you get a little arm workout, you’re doing it right! 💪)
1. Layer those bread slices in a buttered 9×13 baking dish like you’re playing Tetris. Pour that heavenly mixture all over, making sure every piece gets some love.
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1. Now here’s the secret – cover and refrigerate overnight. Yes, overnight! This gives the bread time to soak up all that custard goodness. (Perfect for those of us who aren’t morning people, am I right?)
1. The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. While it’s heating, make the topping by melting butter and brown sugar together until bubbly. Pour this liquid gold over your casserole.
1. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy. The center should be set but still have a slight wobble.
Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving (I know it’s hard, but patience is a virtue!). Top with fresh berries, maple syrup, or both – I won’t judge!
This recipe serves 8-10 people, or 4 if you’re feeding teenagers like mine who seem to have bottomless pits for stomachs! 😅
Real talk: This dish has saved my reputation at countless family brunches, and it’s so foolproof that even my cooking-challenged sister nailed it on her first try. That’s saying something!
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XOXO,
Your favorite breakfast enthusiast 🥂
P.S. If your family doesn’t immediately crown you breakfast queen after making this, they clearly need their taste buds checked! 👑
