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Crème Brûlée French Toast (Marry Me French Toast) Recipe

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This Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe elevates classic French toast to a decadent breakfast treat with fluffy slices of brioche topped with a sweet, caramelized crème brûlée layer. The rich creme anglaise sauce adds a luxurious touch, making this dish an unforgettable morning indulgence perfect for special occasions or leisurely weekends.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

Creme Anglaise Sauce

  • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 dash salt
  • 3 large egg yolks
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste

French Toast

  • 4 egg yolks
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract or vanilla paste
  • 1 (16-ounce) loaf of brioche bread, preferably thick sliced
  • 3 tablespoons butter, for griddle
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar, for brûlée topping

Instructions

  1. Prepare Creme Anglaise Sauce: In a medium saucepan, combine ¾ cup heavy whipping cream and a dash of salt. Heat gently until steaming but do not boil. Meanwhile, whisk together 3 large egg yolks and ¼ cup granulated sugar in a bowl until pale and thick, about 2-3 minutes by hand or 30 seconds with a hand mixer.
  2. Temper the Eggs: Slowly drizzle the hot cream mixture into the egg yolks while whisking constantly to prevent curdling. Pour the combined mixture back into the saucepan.
  3. Cook the Sauce: Cook over medium heat, whisking continuously, until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and set aside.
  4. Preheat Griddle: Heat a griddle or large skillet to medium heat.
  5. Make French Toast Batter: In a bowl or shallow dish, whisk together 4 egg yolks, 1 cup heavy cream, ½ cup milk, and 1 tablespoon vanilla extract.
  6. Soak Brioche: Briefly soak both sides of each thick slice of brioche in the egg mixture, ensuring they are well coated but not saturated.
  7. Cook French Toast: Add 1 tablespoon butter to the griddle. Place soaked brioche slices on the hot griddle and cook for about 2 minutes per side, flipping once, until golden brown and cooked through. Add more butter as needed for remaining slices.
  8. Brûlée the Top: Sprinkle a thin, even layer of ⅓ cup granulated sugar onto the top of each cooked toast slice. Use a hand torch to caramelize the sugar until it is golden and bubbly. If you don’t have a torch, place the sugar-topped slices under a hot broiler briefly watching carefully to caramelize without burning.
  9. Serve: Serve the brûléed French toast immediately with warm creme anglaise sauce poured over the top for a luxurious breakfast experience.

Notes

  • Do not let the cream boil when preparing the creme anglaise to avoid curdling.
  • Whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and thick for a smooth custard texture.
  • When soaking the brioche, do not oversaturate to prevent sogginess.
  • Use a hand torch for perfect brûlée topping; carefully watch if using the oven broiler to prevent burning.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the contrast between creamy custard and crisp caramelized sugar.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: French

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/creme-brulee-french-toast-marry-me-french-toast-recipe/