Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of brioche or challah bread (12–14 slices)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Cut the brioche or challah bread into thick slices and arrange them in a greased baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the custard mixture over the bread slices, gently pressing down to ensure they soak up the liquid. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Sprinkle sugar on top and caramelize using a kitchen torch or under the broiler for a few minutes until crispy.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Top with fresh berries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 83mg