INGREDIENTS:
1 loaf of French bread, sliced into 1-inch thick pieces
5 large eggs
1 cup half-and-half
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup granulated sugar, plus extra for the topping
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 cup unsalted butter
Maple syrup, for serving
DIRECTIONS:
Generously butter a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange slices of French bread in a single layer in the dish, slightly overlapping if necessary.
In a large bowl, combine eggs, half-and-half, milk, vanilla extract, 2/3 cup of sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until everything is beautifully blended together.
Pour the egg mixture over the bread slices, making sure all the bread is soaked.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the plastic wrap.
Dot the top of the bread with small pieces of the butter and sprinkle with a little sugar.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the toast is puffed up and golden.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool for a couple of minutes. Sprinkle the top with additional sugar and briefly broil until the sugar caramelizes.
Serve with a side of maple syrup and any suggested sides.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour | Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 6 servings