Brunch or dessert? Your call. This easy, full of flavor dish is comfort food at it's finest.
Generously butter a 9x13 baking pan and set aside.
Preheat the oven to 300 degrees.
Tear or cut the challah into 1-2 inch cubes and place on a baking sheet.
Toast in the oven (300 degrees) for approximately 15-20 minutes, until just slightly golden.
Remove the bread from the oven and set aside to cool slightly. Increase the oven temperature to 325 degrees (F).
In a large bowl, combine the half and half, whole milk, eggs, vanilla, and Bailey's. Gently whisk to combine.
Add the sugar and salt and whisk again until well mixed.
Place the toasted bread cubes in the buttered pan.
Pour the custard evenly over the bread, being sure to coat well.
Bake at 325 degrees for approximately 60 minutes, or until golden and just set.
Remove, cool slightly, and serve with Bailey's Whipped Cream (see below) and/or fresh berries. (Fun tip: For added crunch, try sprinkling with a small amount of turbinado sugar!)
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine 1 quart of cold whipping cream and 3 Tablespoons of Bailey's. Whip on medium speed until soft peaks form. Serve immediately.