If you landed here because you crave something sweet, dramatic, and slightly extra for breakfast, then buckle up—you’re about to meet your new obsession: Crème Brûlée French Toast. I tried this dish once at a brunch spot that absolutely knew it was showing off, and ever since, I’ve recreated it at home like it’s some sort of edible therapy session. Ever wondered why combining custard, caramelized sugar, and fluffy bread tastes like happiness? Yeah… me too.
Let’s talk about how to make this dish shine in your kitchen and why it deserves a golden spot in your breakfast rotation
If French toast feels basic to you, this is the glow-up it desperately needed. The caramelized sugar crust adds that signature crack (you know the one), and the creamy custard interior turns each bite into a dessert disguised as breakfast.
Sounds dramatic? Well… it is.
Ever wanted to impress someone with minimal effort? Here you go. FYI: It works.
Your bread determines whether this recipe becomes a masterpiece or a soggy disaster. I learned this the hard way when I tried it with floppy sandwich bread once… don’t do that. Trust me.
Pro tip: Choose bread that’s at least one day old. Slightly stale bread soaks custard like a champ.
You know how traditional crème brûlée uses silky custard? We’re stealing that energy.
Whisk it all together until smooth. If you feel fancy, scrape in some vanilla bean because nothing screams “I’m extra” like vanilla specks.
Longer than you think.
Not long enough to turn it into mush, but long enough so the custard reaches the center.
Ideal time: 10–15 minutes per side for thick slices.
Ever bitten into French toast and found a dry patch? Yeah, no. Not happening here.
This part turns breakfast into a whole event.
After cooking the French toast, sprinkle superfine sugar on top and torch it until it turns glassy and golden. Don’t have a kitchen torch? No stress.
The top should crack when you tap it with a spoon. If it doesn’t, you didn’t brûlée hard enough.
If you’re going out of your way to brûlée breakfast, you might as well plate it like a boss.
IMO, a handful of raspberries balances out the sweetness like magic.
Whisk eggs, cream, milk, vanilla, sugar, and salt. Make it smooth and dreamy.
Lay slices in a dish and pour the custard over. Let each side soak for at least 10 minutes.
Heat butter in a pan over medium. Cook the slices until golden on both sides.
Sprinkle superfine sugar over each slice. Torch until caramelized—or broil until golden.
Add toppings, take pictures (obviously), and enjoy the crackly goodness.
Ever hear that tiny crack sound when you cut into a crème brûlée? Get ready.
This dish shows people you care… or at least that you know how to Google impressive-sounding recipes. It looks fancy, tastes luxurious, and yet stays unbelievably easy. Plus, it makes your kitchen smell like a bakery, and who doesn’t love that?
You get:
It’s perfect for holidays, brunch parties, or those mornings when you wake up feeling a little dramatic. 
Crème brûlée French toast isn’t just breakfast—it’s a vibe. It’s the dish you pull out when you want to treat yourself or impress someone without sacrificing your sanity. Everything about it—caramel, custard, crunch—is pure comfort wrapped in a fancy disguise.
So what are you waiting for? Grab that brioche and go live your brunch fantasy.
And if anyone asks how you made something this good, just shrug and say, “Oh, it’s nothing.”
