Ingredients
1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 1-inch cubes8 large eggs, lightly beaten3 cups 2% milk4 teaspoons sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract3/4 teaspoon saltTOPPING:2 tablespoons butter3 tablespoons sugar2 teaspoons ground cinnamonMaple syrup, optional
Preparation
Place bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla and salt. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Dot with butter. Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the top.
Cover and bake until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, 45-50 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with maple syrup if desired.
