Ingredients
– 6 cups of day-old bread, cubed (French or Italian works best)
– 4 large eggs
– 2 cups of whole milk
– 1 cup of heavy cream
– 1 cup of granulated sugar
– 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
– 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon of salt
– 1/2 cup of raisins (optional)
– 1/4 cup of melted butter
Equipment Needed
– Mixing bowls
– Whisk
– 9×13-inch baking dish
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Baking sheet
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
To begin, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed bread and melted butter, tossing to coat evenly. While I’m doing this, I love to reminisce about the times my grandma would let me help, making this part feel extra special. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully combined. This mixture creates a sweet, fragrant custard that will soak into the bread. Once that’s beautifully mixed, pour it over the bread cubes, gently pressing down to ensure every piece gets a good soak. (See the next page below to continue steps…)