_Sips coffee while typing_
Oh. My. Goodness. Y’all, I’ve been keeping this recipe in my back pocket for a while, and let me tell you – this Crème Brûlée French Toast Casserole is what breakfast dreams are made of! It’s like regular French toast got dressed up for the Met Gala, and honey, it’s serving LOOKS.
Let’s get real – we all deserve to feel fancy sometimes, even in our PJs on a Sunday morning. This recipe combines the elegance of crème brûlée with the comfort of French toast, and it’s honestly criminal how good it is.
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 loaf brioche bread (day-old is perfect!)
– 6 large eggs
– 2 cups heavy cream
– 1 cup whole milk
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– For the topping: 3/4 cup brown sugar
– Optional: fresh berries and maple syrup
Now, let me walk you through this masterpiece:
1. Start by slicing your brioche into thick pieces (about 1-inch). Listen, if you can’t find brioche, challah works too – but don’t you dare use regular sandwich bread! We’re not living in the dollar store, darling.
1. Arrange these gorgeous bread slices in a buttered 9×13 baking dish, slightly overlapping them. It should look like they’re snuggling – how cute!
1. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Pour this heavenly mixture over your bread, making sure every piece gets some love.
1. Here’s the key – cover and refrigerate overnight. Trust me on this one!
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1. The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. Take the casserole out of the fridge and let it come to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
1. Sprinkle that brown sugar evenly over the top. This is going to create that signature crème brûlée crack we all live for!
1. Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown and slightly puffy. The center should be set but still have a slight jiggle – kind of like me after too many holiday cookies! 😉
Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Top with fresh berries and a drizzle of maple syrup if you’re feeling extra (which you should be).
Y’all, when you cut into this, the contrast between the crispy caramelized top and the custardy inside is just _chef’s kiss_. It’s perfect for holiday mornings, special occasions, or just because you’re a queen who deserves nice things!
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Until next time, keep cooking and stay fabulous! 💁♀️✨
