Description
A cozy and indulgent French toast topped with a thin layer of crackly caramel, bringing warmth and sweetness to your mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French bread
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup additional sugar for caramelizing
- Fresh berries for garnish (optional)
- Fresh butter (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the French bread into thick pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Arrange the bread slices in a baking dish and pour the egg mixture over the top, ensuring the bread is well soaked.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake the French toast for 30-35 minutes, until golden and set.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.
- Sprinkle sugar on top and use a kitchen torch to caramelize until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh berries if desired.
Notes
For a richer custard, use slightly more heavy cream and a little less milk. If you prefer a lighter texture, use more milk and fewer egg yolks. You can also experiment with adding a pinch of cinnamon or orange zest for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 250mg
Keywords: French toast, breakfast, dessert, caramel, indulgent, family recipe