Preheat oven to 325 F.

Cut or rip croissants in bite size pieces

Mix eggs, milk, cream in a large bowl.

Add vanilla and sugar, mix well.

In a casserole dish (2 1/2 quart) layer croissant pieces and raisins together

Pour milk mixture over the top and let sit for 15 minutes

Press croissants down with a spatula to make sure they are all soaked

Place dish in a large roasting pan and fill the pan with hot water, halfway up the sides of casserole dish

Bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and firm. Oven time may vary

Brush apricot jam over top and let cool

Sprinkle with powdered sugar and serve