French Toast Bake

Ingredients

• ¾ loaf challah bread
• 6 large eggs
• 1½ cup milk
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (optional)
• ¼ cup maple syrup (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter.
2. Cut challah bread into 1-inch cubes. Arrange the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are saturated. Gently press down on the bread to help it absorb the liquid.
5. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
6. Let the French toast bake cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with maple syrup, if desired.