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Delicious Creme Brulee French Toast that has a crisp caramel coating on one side. Everyone loves this tasty, buttery breakfast treat—especially served with buttermilk syrup and fresh berries!

If you love French Toast as much as we do and love this recipe, then you’ll want to try our French Toast Casserole, Classic French Toast and French Toast Muffins.

Creme Brulee French Toast with berries on plate


Brûléed French Toast

Over the years, we’ve adapted and made several varieties, like French Toast Muffins or French Toast Bake, and today is just another recipe we now love. It’s called Creme Brûlée French Toast. I was first introduced to the recipe when I was asked to make it for a bridal shower.

I was excited to try it and was even more excited when it was devoured in seconds. It was a hit at the shower and has now become a hit in our own home.

I think it’s hard not to love this sweet recipe because it has a caramel crusted side that is simply addicting. If you love standard French Toast, you’ll love this recipe too!

Bruleed french toast batter in a mixing bowl

How to make Creme Brûlée French Toast

  1. MELT. Melt butter, brown sugar and corn syrup and mixing until smooth.
  2. POUR. Pour this mixture into a large jelly roll pan and spread around. Place 12 pieces of bread over mixture to cover pan.
  3. EGG MIXTURE. Mix eggs, half & half, salt and vanilla in a small bowl. Spoon over bread pieces. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least for 3-4 hours).
  4. BAKE. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 30 minutes. Turn each piece over so the caramelized crust is on the top, and serve warm.
Creme Bruleed French Toast process pics

Recipe Tips

Using stale/dry bread is the best for making French Toast. When using dry bread it really soaks up the egg mixture and the bread will not fall apart. Using soft, thin bread slices results in soggy slices that will fall apart.

Topping Ideas:

Spooning egg mixture over bread slices on sheet pan

Storing

Can you Freeze Creme Brûlée French Toast? Yes – Make sure to freeze/store individually. Put individual slices in a freezer safe bag. This will help prevent the pieces from sticking together and will make it easier to defrost and heat up to ENJOY.

Can you make Creme Brûlée French Toast in the Crock Pot? Yes – After the chilling process – Remove from refrigerator. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 7-8 hours. Make sure to insert a knife in the center and make sure it is done.

Creme Brulee French Toast recipe with berries on plate

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4.97 from 28 votes

Creme Brulee French Toast Recipe

By: Lil’ Luna
Creme Brulee French Toast – delicious overnight French Toast recipe that has a tasty caramel coating on one side!
Servings: 12
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Refrigerate: 3 hours
Total: 35 minutes

Ingredients 

Instructions 

  • In a small pot, melt butter, brown sugar and corn syrup and mix until smooth.
  • Pour into a large jelly roll pan and spread around. Place 12 pieces of bread over mixture to cover pan.
  • Mix eggs, half & half, salt and vanilla in a small bowl. Spoon over bread pieces. Cover and refrigerate overnight (or at least for 3-4 hours).
  • Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 30 minutes.
  • Turn each piece over and serve warm. ENJOY!

Video

Nutrition

Calories: 214kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Cholesterol: 99mg, Sodium: 113mg, Potassium: 89mg, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 440IU, Vitamin C: 0.2mg, Calcium: 60mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Additional Info

Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, French
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Creme Brulee French Toast - delicious overnight French Toast recipe that has a tasty caramel coating on one side!


About Kristyn

My name is Kristyn and I’m the mom of SIX stinkin’ cute kids and the wife to my smokin’ hot hubby, Lo. My mom’s maiden name is Luna, and I’m one of the many crafty “Lil’ Lunas” in the fam. On this site I like to share all things creative - from recipes to home decor to gifts and home decor ideas. Welcome!

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22 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Can you make this without corn syrup? I sadly don’t have any in the house. I just don’t want to mess it up by not adding it.

    1. I haven’t tried it without corn syrup. You could certainly try, but the recipe may not quite be the same? You can also use a corn syrup substitute. 1 cup corn syrup = 1 1/4 cup sugar + 1/3 cup water or you could even swap it for honey. 1 cup corn syrup = 1 cup honey.

  2. 5 stars
    We’ve made this quite a few times. It’s so easy and yummy. I love it when I have to feed multiple people. 😋

  3. 5 stars
    Killer French toast,mine and my family’s favorite
    I even have permission to wake my teens up when it hits the table,not a min before.

  4. 5 stars
    Im not great at thinking OUTSIDE the box when it comes to cooking so ONE REASON I LOVE YOUR SITE IS BECAUSE of THE DIFFEREnT VARIATIONS YOU MAKE OF The SAme DISH. Thanks for sharing this delicious breakfast!