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A slice of overnight creme brulee French toast on a plate with a fork.

Crème Brûlée French Toast

5 from 9 votes
This overnight crème brûlée French toast casserole is perfect for brunch, Christmas morning, or anytime you need a breakfast casserole to serve a crowd. It's rich and creamy with a crispy, caramelized top inspired by the classic dessert!
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Chill Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 9 hours
Yield: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American

Equipment

  • 13 x 9-inch baking dish

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unpacked brown sugar ((I use brown Monk fruit sugar))
  • 1/4 cup water
  • cooking spray
  • 10 oz Challah bread (cubed)
  • 7 large eggs
  • 1 cup 1% milk
  • 1/2 cup half and half
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon Meyers rum (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  • In a small heavy skillet melt brown sugar and water over low heat, stirring, until smooth and melted, about 1 minute, then pour half into a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  • Arrange the bread cubes in one layer in baking dish, squeezing them slightly to fit.
  • In a large bowl whisk together eggs, remaining sugar mixture, milk, half and half, vanilla, rum if using, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt until combined well and pour evenly over bread.
  • Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350F and bring the bread to room temperature.
  • Bake uncovered, in middle of oven until puffed and edges are pale golden, 45 to 55 minutes. Let it rest 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Top with cinnamon and powdered sugar.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/6th slice, Calories: 250kcal, Carbohydrates: 59g, Protein: 14g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 244mg, Sodium: 336.5mg, Fiber: 1.5g, Sugar: 4g
- WW Points: 5