Bruleed Orange French Toast
Experience breakfast indulgence like never before with Bruleed Orange French Toast, a luxurious twist on a classic favorite. Crafted with thick-sliced brioche bread soaked in a creamy custard mixture infused with orange zest and pure vanilla, this recipe delivers a burst of citrusy aroma and rich flavors in every bite. The magic happens with the brulee topping—each slice is sprinkled with granulated sugar and caramelized to perfection using a kitchen blowtorch, creating a crisp, candy-like layer that crackles delightfully. Pair this decadent dish with fresh orange segments and a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar for a gourmet touch. Perfect for brunch or special occasions, this elevated French toast recipe is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 slices thick-sliced brioche bread
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 0.5 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 6 teaspoons granulated sugar for brulee
- fresh orange segments (optional, for serving)
- maple syrup or powdered sugar (optional, for serving)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest until smooth and well combined.
Pour the mixture into a shallow dish to easily dip the bread slices.
Heat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and coat the surface evenly.
Dip one slice of brioche bread into the egg mixture, ensuring both sides are fully coated but not overly saturated. Let any excess liquid drip back into the dish.
Place the coated bread slice onto the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the remaining slices, adding more butter to the skillet as needed.
Once all the French toast slices are cooked, sprinkle 1 teaspoon of granulated sugar evenly on one side of each slice.
Using a kitchen blowtorch, carefully caramelize the sugar until it bubbles and turns a deep golden-brown color. If you do not have a blowtorch, you can place the slices under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Serve the bruleed orange French toast warm, topped with fresh orange segments and a drizzle of maple syrup or a dusting of powdered sugar, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.8 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.2 g | 71% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 172 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 188 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 162 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
