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Ingredients

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• 1 loaf brioche bread — slightly stale (cut into bite-sized pieces)
• 6 large large eggs — creates the rich custard base
• 2 cups whole milk — adds creaminess to the custard
• 1/2 cup heavy cream — makes the casserole extra rich
• 1/2 cup brown sugar — adds warm caramel-like sweetness
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon — gives the casserole its signature flavor
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract — enhances the sweet (warm flavor)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt — balances the sweetness
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter — melted for richness
• 1/3 cup brown sugar — creates a sweet (caramelized topping)
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon — adds extra cinnamon flavor
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter — cut into small pieces for the topping
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar — for dusting
• 1/4 cup maple syrup — for drizzling