Crème Brûlée French Toast: Indulgent Breakfast with Turkey Bacon
A deliciously rich twist on classic French toast, infused with crème brûlée flavors and complemented by crispy turkey bacon.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: French
- 6 slices brioche bread
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for topping)
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- In a bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, eggs, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Soak the brioche slices in the mixture for about 15 minutes, ensuring both sides are well coated.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and cook the soaked brioche until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, cook the turkey bacon in another pan until crispy.
- Once cooked, sprinkle the top of the French toast with brown sugar and caramelize using a kitchen torch.
- Serve the crème brûlée French toast with crispy turkey bacon on the side.
Notes
- For a stronger vanilla flavor, consider using vanilla bean paste instead of extract.
- Be cautious while using a kitchen torch for caramelizing, ensuring even burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Crème Brûlée French Toast, Breakfast, Turkey Bacon