Slice the French bread into 1-inch thick slices. Arrange them in a single layer in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Make the Custard: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined.
3. Soak the Bread: Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, ensuring each piece is thoroughly soaked. Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight, allowing the bread to absorb the custard fully.
Bake Tomorrow
4. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
5. Prepare for Baking: Remove the baking dish from the refrigerator. In a small saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the remaining 1/2 cup of granulated sugar and the brown sugar until dissolved. Pour this mixture over the soaked bread.
6. Bake the French Toast: Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. If the top browns too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil halfway through baking.
7. Broil for the Brûlée Crust: After baking, set the oven to broil. Place the baking dish under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the sugar on top is caramelized and forms a crispy crust. Keep a close eye to prevent burning.
Serve Hot
8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Crème Brûlée French Toast hot, drizzled with maple syrup and garnished with fresh berries and whipped cream if desired.
Tips for the Perfect Crème Brûlée French Toast
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