# What You'll Need:
→ Custard
01 - 4 large eggs
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - Pinch of salt
→ Bread
08 - 8 slices brioche or challah bread, about 3/4 inch thick
→ For Cooking
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
→ Toppings
10 - 1 1/2 cups mixed fresh berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
11 - 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
12 - Powdered sugar, optional for dusting
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until fully blended.
02 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
03 - Dip each bread slice into the custard, soaking for 10 to 15 seconds per side, then allow excess to drip off.
04 - Place the soaked bread onto the skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, adding the remaining butter as needed and working in batches.
05 - Arrange the toast on serving plates, top generously with fresh berries, drizzle with maple syrup, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.
