Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups of bread, cut into 1.5-inch cubes (a 9.5-inch loaf works well)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 2 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/4 cup bourbon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons lemon zest
- 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 1–2 lemons)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups blueberries (fresh or frozen)
Instructions
- Cut the bread into 1.5-inch cubes and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, egg yolk, sugar, heavy cream, milk, bourbon, vanilla extract, cinnamon, lemon zest, lemon juice, and salt.
- Add the bread cubes to the custard mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Prepare a 9 by 13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and pour the mixture in, spreading it out evenly.
- Cover the dish and let it sit for about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool for 30-45 minutes before serving.
Notes
Using slightly stale bread enhances absorption of the custard.
Different types of bread can offer unique flavors; consider brioche or challah.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
- Cholesterol: 150