Hawaiian Roll French Toast Bake (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 12 Hawaiian sweet rolls, cut into cubes
02 - 6 large eggs
03 - 1.5 cups whole milk
04 - 0.5 cups heavy cream
05 - 0.5 cups granulated sugar
06 - 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 0.25 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
09 - 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
10 - 0.5 cups brown sugar (for topping)
11 - Powdered sugar (for garnish)
12 - Maple syrup (for serving)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 23x33 cm (9×13 inch) baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
02 - Cut the Hawaiian sweet rolls into 2.5 cm (1-inch) cubes and spread them evenly in the baking dish.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
04 - Pour the custard mixture evenly over the cubed rolls. Use a spatula to gently press down on the rolls, ensuring they soak up the liquid. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes.
05 - In a small bowl, mix the melted butter and brown sugar. Drizzle this mixture over the soaked rolls.
06 - Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. If the top browns too quickly, cover it with aluminum foil.
07 - Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.