Crème Brûlée French Toast
Description
A rich crème brûlée French toast casserole that can be made ahead of time using baguette slices or challah for the ultimate brunch treat!
Ingredients
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1/2 cup unsalted butter
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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2 tablespoons corn syrup
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6 (1-inch thick) slices French bread
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5 large eggs
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1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 teaspoon brandy-based orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier®)
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1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
1
Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and corn syrup; stir until sugar is dissolved. Pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2
Remove crusts from bread and arrange in the baking dish in a single layer. Whisk eggs, half and half, vanilla, brandy, and salt together in a bowl. Pour over the bread. Cover and chill at least 8 hours, or overnight.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Meanwhile, remove baking dish from the refrigerator and bring to room temperature.
4
Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until puffed and lightly browned, 35 to 40 minutes.