Ingredients
Scale
- 8 slices challah, brioche, or thick-cut white bread
- 6 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Optional Garnish: Powdered sugar, maple syrup, fresh berries
Instructions
- Cut bread into cubes or leave slices whole, depending on preference. Arrange evenly in a greased baking dish.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread, pressing down gently to ensure all pieces are soaked. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the soaked bread just before baking.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For gluten-free options, use gluten-free bread.
- Substitute dairy-free milk and vegan butter for a plant-based version.
- Add-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit can enhance flavor and texture.
- Refrigerate assembled dish overnight for convenience; bake just before serving.
- Freeze leftovers in airtight containers; reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg