Description
Transform stale bread into a rich, custard-soaked dessert with pure vanilla flavor and a golden crust. A beginner-friendly recipe ideal for cozy nights and gatherings. Use enriched bread like brioche or day-old French rolls for maximum tenderness.
Ingredients
1 12-pack King’s Hawaiian rolls or brioche bread, sliced into cubes
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
6 large eggs
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of salt
Optional: 1/2 cup raisins or chopped walnuts
Optional: 1/4 cup caramel drizzle or maple glaze for topping
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C)
Cut bread into 1-inch cubes and arrange in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish
In a large bowl, whisk together milk, cream, eggs, sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt until smooth
Pour custard mixture over bread cubes, ensuring all are submerged
Let sit for 20-30 minutes
Bake for 45 minutes to 50 minutes until golden and firm
Drizzle with caramel if desired and let cool slightly before serving
Notes
Use day-old bread for better custard absorption
Pour custard evenly to avoid dry spots
Add raisins/nuts during custard-soaking step for texture
If bread is still damp after baking, increase oven time by 5 minutes
Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 4 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of recipe)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg