# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy & Eggs
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
→ Dry Ingredients
04 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Bread
08 - 8 slices day-old brioche, challah, or thick white bread
→ For Cooking
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Toppings
10 - Maple syrup, to serve
11 - Powdered sugar, to dust (optional)
12 - Fresh berries or fruit (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream (if desired), sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until uniformly blended.
02 - Warm a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard, soaking briefly on both sides to avoid sogginess.
04 - Place soaked bread on the hot skillet and cook 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, adding more butter as needed.
05 - Transfer cooked slices to a serving plate and repeat with remaining bread. Serve warm topped with maple syrup, powdered sugar, and fresh fruit if desired.
