1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. Mix together the bread, dates, and pears in a large bowl. Divide the mixture into 24 muffin cups.
3. Beat the eggs in a large bowl, add the milk and 45 mL (3 tbsp.) of brown sugar. Mix well. Divide mixture evenly into each muffin cup.
4. Stir together almonds and remaining brown sugar in a small bowl. Spread on top of each muffin. Bake in oven for 25 minutes.

How little chefs can help

• Mix the bread, dates, and pears together
• Divide the mixture into the muffin cups
• Mix together the almonds and brown sugar, and spread it on the muffins