Ingredients
1 loaf of thick brioche or French bread, sliced
6 large eggs
1 1/2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Butter (for greasing)
Optional topping: maple syrup, powdered sugar, or caramel sauce
Instructions
Grease a 9×13 baking dish with butter.
In a saucepan, melt brown sugar with 1/4 cup butter until smooth, then pour into the dish base.
Layer bread slices over the sugar mixture.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, cream, milk, granulated sugar, vanilla, and salt. Pour over the bread.
Cover and refrigerate overnight.
The next morning, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until puffed and golden.
Let it rest 10 minutes before serving with your favorite syrup or caramel drizzle.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Chill Time: Overnight
- Cook Time: 40 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 per serving
- Fat: 22g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 45g per serving
- Protein: 10g per serving