Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Casserole

Instructions:

1 large loaf Cinnamon Raisin Bread (chopped -- enough to fill 13 x 9 in. pan)
12 oz. Cream Cheese, softened
6 oz. Butter, softened
3/4 cup Maple Syrup (divided)
10 eggs
3 cups Half & Half
Cinnamon Sugar
Buttered Maple Syrup (50:50 mix of butter and maple syrup)

Directions:

Place chopped cinnamon raisin bread in a well buttered 13 x 9 in. glass pan.
Mix cream cheese, butter and 1/4 cup maple syrup until smooth.
Spread on top of bread, leaving some openings through which to pour egg mixture.
Beat eggs, half & half and 1/2 cup maple syrup. Pour over bread and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Uncover and bake 50 to 55 minutes at 350°.
Cut into squares and sprinkle with powdered sugar. Serves 8 - 12

Thanks to Julia/ escondita!