6 slices of bread, with or without crusts. Slightly stale or new bread is acceptable.
30 g (2 tbsp) butter, melted
80 g (½ cup) raisins (optional)
4 eggs
150 g (¾ cup) white granulated sugar
475 ml (2 cups) milk
2 g (1 tsp) ground cinnamon
5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract
Heat oven to 175°C (350°F).
Rip bread into small pieces. Cutting into cubes is also okay. Place into baking dish. Mix in raisins while filling the dish.
Pour melted butter over the bread.
In a bowl, beat the eggs slightly. Add the sugar, milk, cinnamon, and vanilla. Mix.
Pour mixture over the bread. Press the bread lightly to help it absorb the mixture, if necessary. All the bread should be wet.
Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes.
45 minutes
Remove and let cool.
Serve cold, though warm may also be acceptable. Use a spoon, or cut into squares, to serve.