Best 7 Apple Cheddar Strata Recipes

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Apple cheddar strata is a flavorful and versatile breakfast or brunch dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend morning. This savory casserole combines the sweet flavor of apples with the sharp tang of cheddar cheese and a bread base that soaks up all of the delicious flavors. Optional ingredients, such as bacon, sausage, ham, or vegetables, can be added to customize the dish and make it even more hearty and flavorful. Whether you are looking for a simple and delicious recipe for a weekday breakfast or a show-stopping dish for a holiday gathering, apple cheddar strata is sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

APPLE-CHEDDAR STRATA



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Looking for an egg dish? Then serve your family with this cheesy ham and apple strata - a delicious dinner.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 7h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices white bread, cubed (3 1/2 cups)
1 box (12 oz) frozen harvest apples, thawed
1 cup chopped cooked ham (about 6 oz)
3/4 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (3 oz)
4 eggs
1/4 cup half-and-half
Dash white pepper

Steps:

  • Spray 9 1/2-inch deep-dish glass pie plate with cooking spray. Arrange bread cubes in bottom of pie plate. Spoon apples evenly over bread; sprinkle with ham and cheese.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs, half-and-half and pepper with wire whisk until well blended. Carefully pour over apples, ham and cheese. Cover; refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Bake uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until top is lightly browned and center is set. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Carbohydrate 31 g, Cholesterol 265 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 24 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg, Sugar 16 g, TransFat 0 g

APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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A simple but elegant way to make breakfast fast. Put together the night before, and bake while you're in the shower. Serve with lots of extra maple syrup! You may also add extra raisins if you wish.

Provided by TerrieS

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 pound) loaf cinnamon raisin bread, cubed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced
1 cup diced peeled apples
8 eggs
2 ½ cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the cubed raisin bread in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle the cream cheese evenly over the bread, and top with the apples. If you like extra raisins, add them now. Top with remaining bread.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, butter, and maple syrup. Pour over the bread mixture. Cover with plastic wrap, and press down so that all bread pieces are soaked. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 178.5 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 309.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CARAMEL APPLE STRATA



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This makes a great autumn breakfast or brunch entree that puts an unexpected twist on a classic strata. -Kelly Boe, Whiteland, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 cup corn syrup
3 large apples, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
1 loaf (1 pound) day-old cinnamon bread
1/2 cup chopped pecans
10 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. Set aside., In a small bowl, combine apples, lemon juice, sugar and pie spice. Arrange half of the bread slices in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Top with apples; drizzle with half of the caramel sauce. Sprinkle with pecans; top with remaining bread., In a large bowl, combine eggs, milk, salt and vanilla. Pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining caramel sauce., Remove strata from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting., In a microwave, heat the reserved sauce. Drizzle warm sauce over strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 462 calories, Fat 19g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 198mg cholesterol, Sodium 472mg sodium, Carbohydrate 67g carbohydrate (49g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

APPLE STRATA



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Make and share this Apple Strata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 slices day-old sourdough bread, cubed, divided
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 apple, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup raisins
6 large eggs
1 1/4 cups whole milk
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 dash ground nutmeg
powdered sugar
maple syrup

Steps:

  • Put half the bread cubes in a lightly oiled 11x 8 inch baking dish.
  • Distribute cream cheese cubes over bread cubes.
  • Top with apples and raisins; cover with remaining bread cubes.
  • In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg together.
  • Pour over bread mixture; be sure bread is completely covered.
  • Cover and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 375°; bring strata to room temperature before baking.
  • Bake, uncovered, 50-55 minutes, until set.
  • Let stand 10 minutes; sprinkle with powdered sugar or pass maple syrup at the table.
  • Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403.5, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 7.1, Cholesterol 237.4, Sodium 538.8, Carbohydrate 51.8, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 15, Protein 15.4

APPLE STRATA



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This nutritious snack will satisfy any craving.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 apple
Cream cheese
Honey
Granola
Almond butter
Shredded cheddar

Steps:

  • Slice apple into four layers and spread on cream cheese drizzled with honey and granola, almond butter, and cream cheese mixed with cheddar. Stack and serve. Eat in layers.

BACON & CHEDDAR STRATA



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I prepare this sunrise specialty the day before Christmas so we have something cheesy and hearty to warm our tummies while we open gifts the next morning. The key to its perfection is to let it set overnight.-Deb Healey, Cold Lake, Alberta

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound bacon strips
1 medium sweet red pepper, finely chopped
8 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes
8 slices white bread, cubed
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
6 large eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches until crisp; drain on paper towels. Crumble into a small bowl. Add red pepper, onions and tomatoes. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half each of the bread, bacon mixture and cheese. Top with remaining bread and bacon mixture., In another bowl, combine eggs, milk, mayonnaise and seasonings. Pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake, covered, 40 minutes. Uncover and bake 5-10 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 736mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

APPLE-CHEDDAR STRATA



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Make and share this Apple-Cheddar Strata recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Breakfast

Time 7h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 slices white bread, cubed (3 1/2 cups)
1 (12 ounce) box frozen harvest apples, thawed
1 cup cooked ham, chopped
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4 eggs
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 dash white pepper

Steps:

  • Spray 9 1/2-inch deep dish glass pie plate with cooking spray.
  • Arrange bread cubes in bottom of pie plate.
  • Spoon apples evenly over bread, sprinkle with ham and cheese.
  • In medium bowl, beat eggs, half and half, and pepper with wire whisk until well blended.
  • Carefully pour over apples, ham and cheese.
  • Cover; refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350*.
  • Bake, uncovered 40 to 45 minutes or until top is lightly browned and center is set.
  • Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.1, Fat 20.8, SaturatedFat 9.5, Cholesterol 271.1, Sodium 400.8, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.6, Protein 23.2

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheddar cheese for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have any bread cubes, you can use day-old bread, toasted and cubed.
  • To make the strata ahead of time, assemble it the night before and refrigerate it overnight. Then, bake it in the morning.
  • Serve the strata with a side of fruit or salad.

Conclusion:

Apple Cheddar Strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast casserole that is perfect for a crowd. It is also a great way to use up leftover bread and cheese. With its sweet and savory flavors, this strata is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch dish, give Apple Cheddar Strata a try. You won't be disappointed!

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