Cut bread into cubes and lay on a baking sheet, leave on your counter, uncovered, to dry out 2-4 hours or overnight.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all wet ingredients except optional pumpkin seeds. Set aside.
Place bread cubes into the baking dish.
Pour egg cream mixture over cubed bread.
Top with optional pumpkin seeds and chocolate chips if desired.
Bake 30 minutes or until center is cooked through, check if a skewer in center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
Enjoy warm or allow to cool, cover with plastic wrap then refrigerate.
Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
Top with sugar free whipped cream and sugar free maple syrup.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.