- 4 cups bread cubes brioche, challah, or French bread
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 cup raisins optional
- Butter to grease the dish
- Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 350°F 175°C. Grease a small baking dish with butter.
- Prepare Bread: Cut the bread into bite-sized cubes and place them in the baking dish. Add raisins if using.
- Make Custard: In a bowl whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Combine: Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb.
- Bake: Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30–35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
- Serve: Let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy plain or with caramel sauce whipped cream, or ice cream.
