# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 loaf brioche or challah, day-old, sliced thick (approx. 16 oz)
→ Custard
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 2 cups whole milk (480 ml)
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream (120 ml)
05 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar (65 g)
06 - 2 tsp vanilla extract
07 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 tsp ground ginger
09 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
10 - 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
11 - Pinch of salt
→ Topping
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (55 g)
13 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar (50 g)
14 - 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
→ Optional Garnishes
15 - Maple syrup
16 - Powdered sugar
17 - Fresh berries
# How to Make It:
01 - Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Place thick slices of day-old brioche or challah in the dish, slightly overlapping.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, light brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt until fully combined.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread slices and gently press down to ensure absorption.
05 - Combine melted butter, light brown sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl, then drizzle evenly over the custard-soaked bread.
06 - Cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for enhanced flavor and texture.
07 - Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
08 - Uncover and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is just set.
09 - Allow to cool slightly, then serve warm with optional maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries.
