✓8 slices thick-sliced bread (brioche, challah, or sturdy white, preferably day-old)
🥚4 large eggs
🥛1 cup whole milk (or half-and-half for richer results)
🍬1/4 cup granulated sugar
✓1 teaspoon vanilla extract
✓1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
🧂Pinch of salt
🧈2-3 tablespoons unsalted butter (for cooking)
✓Pure maple syrup (for serving)
🥛Powdered sugar, fresh berries, or whipped cream (optional, for garnish)