# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 loaf brioche or challah (about 16 oz), day-old, sliced thick
→ Custard
02 - 4 large eggs
03 - 2 cups whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/3 cup light brown sugar
06 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
09 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
10 - 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
11 - Pinch of salt
→ Topping
12 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
13 - 1/4 cup light brown sugar
14 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Optional Garnishes
15 - Maple syrup
16 - Powdered sugar
17 - Fresh berries
# Directions:
01 - Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - Place bread slices in the dish, overlapping them slightly.
03 - Whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cardamom, and salt until smooth.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread, gently pressing to allow absorption.
05 - In a small bowl, blend melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon; drizzle this over the casserole.
06 - Cover and chill for a minimum of 30 minutes or overnight for optimal flavor.
07 - Set oven temperature to 350°F.
08 - Uncover and bake for 40 to 45 minutes until golden brown and just set in the center.
09 - Allow to cool slightly; serve warm topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fresh berries as desired.
