# What You'll Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 1 loaf brioche or challah bread, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 1 pound)
02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 2 cups whole milk
04 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
07 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Fruit
09 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
→ Topping
10 - 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
11 - 1/4 cup brown sugar
12 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
13 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
→ Finish
14 - Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
15 - Maple syrup for serving
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Arrange bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish. Scatter sliced strawberries over the bread layer.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
04 - Pour custard mixture evenly over bread and strawberries. Gently press down to ensure all bread pieces absorb the custard thoroughly.
05 - In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Add cold butter cubes and work mixture with a pastry cutter or fingertips until it resembles coarse breadcrumbs. Sprinkle evenly over casserole.
06 - Bake for 40-45 minutes until custard is set and the top is golden brown.
07 - Cool for 10 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm with maple syrup.
