Ingredients
- 1 loaf French Bread cut into 1 inch slices
- 2/3 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup salted butter melted
- 6 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix well, then spread evenly in a greased 15x10x1 inch baking pan. Set aside.
- In a shallow pan (I used 9x13 inch) combine the eggs and milk. Whisk well, then add the bread and soak for 1-2 minutes, flipping once.
- Place the bread over the brown sugar mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve brown sugar side up. Dust with powdered sugar and top with fresh fruit as desired.
Notes
Recipe Variations
- Substitute another type of bread, such as sourdough, cinnamon raisin, or wheat
- Add ground nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, or any of your favorites
- Substitute almond extract or maple extract for vanilla
- Add maple syrup to the brown sugar mixture
- Add fresh strawberries, blueberries, peaches, or thinly sliced apples on top of the brown sugar mixture before adding the bread
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the brown sugar mixture before adding the bread
Nutrition
Calories: 317kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 141mg | Sodium: 377mg | Potassium: 177mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 516IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 109mg | Iron: 2mg