overnight croissant french toast bake

ingredients:

french toast:

7-8 large croissants, cut into large pieces

6 eggs

2 tbsps of brown sugar 

2 tbsps of melted better

1-1/2 cups of heavy cream

2 tsps of pure vanilla extract 

2 tsps of cinnamon

2 tbsps of maple syrup

dash of salt

1 oz of bourbon, whiskey, dark rum, or grand mariner 

cinnamon sugar mix, optional

supplies:

mixing bowl

non stick spray

9x13 large baking dish

plastic wrap

aluminum foil

directions:

spray a baking dish with non-stick spray and arrange the croissant pieces in the dish. set aside. 

in a mixing bowl, mix the remaining ingredients (except the cinnamon sugar mix) together well and pour over the croissant pieces. cover the dish with plastic wrap and aluminum foil, and place in the fridge overnight. 

before baking, sit the baking dish on the counter for 30 minutes or so to bring to room temperature. preheat the oven to 375. 

if desired, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mix before baking. bake for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown. serving w/ toppings of choice.