Description
This Crème Brûlée French Toast recipe offers a rich, creamy, and decadently caramelized brunch treat. Made with plant-based cream, natural gelling agent, and crisp caramelized sugar topping, it transforms classic French toast into an elegant dish with a custardy center and crunchy golden crust. Perfect for a special occasion or everyday gourmet upgrade.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 4 thick slices of brioche bread
- 1 cup plant-based cream
- 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
- 1 pinch apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons plant-based butter
- Maple syrup (natural), for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare the custard mixture: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, plant-based cream, vanilla extract (natural), a pinch of apple cider vinegar, and the natural gelling agent until smooth and well combined. The mixture should be silky and slightly thickened, ready to soak into the bread slices.
- Soak the bread: Place your thick brioche slices into the custard mixture, ensuring each piece is fully submerged. Let them soak for about 3 to 5 minutes, flipping halfway to allow even absorption without becoming soggy.
- Cook the French toast: Heat plant-based butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the soaked bread slices gently on the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown with a slightly crisp exterior.
- Caramelize the topping: Sprinkle an even layer of granulated sugar on the cooked French toast surface. Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it melts and browns to a beautiful golden crust. If you don’t have a torch, you can broil it in the oven on high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Serve immediately: Serve your Crème Brûlée French Toast warm, drizzled with maple syrup (natural) or topped with fresh fruit as desired for a glorious brunch experience.
Notes
- Use day-old brioche for better custard absorption without falling apart.
- Do not over-soak the bread to maintain structure and avoid sogginess.
- Caramelize sugar carefully to achieve even crust without overheating the toast.
- Cook on medium heat to develop a golden crust while keeping the inside creamy.
- Adjust sugar and maple syrup to your preferred sweetness level.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée French Toast, plant-based, vegan brunch, caramelized sugar, custard French toast
