Best 12 Apple Strata Recipes

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Apple strata is a delightful breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of sweet apples, soft bread, and a creamy custard. This versatile dish can be made with a variety of different breads, including croissants, challah, or French bread, and features a simple yet elegant presentation that makes it perfect for special occasions or everyday brunches. With its combination of flavors and textures, apple strata is sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA



Apple Raisin French Toast Strata image

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



Caramel Apple Strata image

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 CINNAMON RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA BY NOR



Apple Cinnamon Raisin French Toast Strata By Nor image

I love French toast. This is a lazy way of making a fruit filled French toast. No standing in front of a griddle making 2 pieces at a time. I totally changed a recipe by adding in apples, raisins, syrup, and butter, raisin bread, and changed some measurements. By turning the recipe around. It added a lot more flavor to a...

Provided by Nor Mac

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 c plus 2 tablespoons sugar divided
4 eggs
3/4 c milk
1 Tbsp maple syrup
9 slice cinnamon raisin bread
2 c chopped apple ( i used 1 honey crisp) you can use what ever kind you want.
1 tsp cinnamon divided
1/4 c raisins
3-4 oz cream cheese
1 tsp vanilla
2-3 Tbsp melted butter

Steps:

  • 1. Butter a casserole dish. In a bowl whisk the milk, vanilla, sugar, eggs, maple Syrup, and 1/2 tsp cinnamon together. Set aside.
  • 2. Rip bread in to pieces like you would for stuffing. Toss in egg mixture with the apples and raisins. Coat evenly.
  • 3. Pour in to a casserole dish. Drizzle melted butter over it. Mix 2 TB sugar with a 1/2 tsp cinnamon. Sprinkle over casserole. Dot with pieces of cream cheese. Cover with saran and put in fridge at least 3 hours or over night .
  • 4. Bake at 350 for 35-45 minutes, or until lightly browned. I drizzle a little more butter over it before serving. Serve right away after removing from oven. Dust with powdered sugar, or serve with syrup.

APPLE-CHEDDAR STRATA



Apple-Cheddar Strata image

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 SAUSAGE RAISIN STRATA



Apple Sausage Raisin Strata image

Raisin bread topped with sausage, apples, cheddar cheese and an egg milk mixture. Can be prepared the night before.

Provided by Lorac

Categories     Breakfast

Time 58m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices raisin bread
6 ounces cooked breakfast sausage links, cut in 1/4 inch slices
1 large apple, peeled,cored and cut in 1/4 inch thick wedges
3/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (3 oz)
5 eggs
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F.
  • Place bread in a single layer in the bottom of a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  • Place sausage and apple in a large skillet, cover and cook over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  • Uncover and cook 3 minutes or until the sausage are lightly browned, the apples are soft and the pan juices evaporate.
  • Spoon the apple sausage mixture over the bread and top with cheese.
  • Place eggs and milk in a bowl and whisk to combine.
  • Pour mixture over cheese, let stand 5 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bake 30 minutes (35-40 if refrigerated) or until eggs are set in the center.
  • Cut into squares before serving.

APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA



APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA image

Categories     Apple     Cheese     Fruit     Casserole/Gratin

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 pound) cinnamon raisin bread, cubed
1 package (8 ounce) cream cheese (e.g. Philadelphia), diced
1 cup apples, peeled and diced
1 recipe - 8 eggs
2 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • 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.

APPLE STRATA



Apple Strata image

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 RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA [329]



APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA [329] image

Categories     Cheese     Fruit     Breakfast     Apple

Yield 12 Servings

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 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 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.

CARAMEL APPLE STRATA {GLUTEN FREE & ALLERGY FRIENDLY} RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Caramel Apple Strata {Gluten Free & Allergy Friendly} Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by KeeleyMcGuireBlog

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup non-dairy butter (use Earth Balance new soy free baking sticks for Vegan, soy free, gluten free, dairy/ lactose free)
1/4 cup corn syrup
4 large Apples, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon all-spice
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1 loaf of Udi's (gluten, dairy, soy, & nut free) Cinnamon Raisin Bread
10 eggs
1 cup non-dairy milk (we used vanilla rice milk)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan on the stove, combine the brown sugar, non-dairy butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly ( 2. In a medium size bowl, toss together the apples, lemon juice, sugar, all-spice, and ground cinnamon. 3. Arrange HALF of the bread slices in a greased 13x9" baking dish. Pour apples evenly over bread. Drizzle with HALF of the caramel sauce then top with remaining bread slices. 4. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, non-dairy milk, salt and vanilla. Pour over top the entire dish contents. 5. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate the remaining caramel sauce. 6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and remove strata from the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking. 7. Bake uncovered for 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. 8. In a small microwave-safe dish, microwave reserved sauce, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Drizzle over strata.

CARAMEL APPLE STRATA



CARAMEL APPLE STRATA image

Who can resist apples, cinnamon bread, and pecans? Not me! This recipe & photo courtesy of: tasteofhome.com 09-03-14

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Other Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 c brown sugar, packed
1/2 c butter, cubed
1/4 c corn syrup, light
3 large apples, peeled and chopped
2 Tbsp lemon juice
1 Tbsp sugar
1 tsp apple pie spice
1 lb (1 loaf) day-old cinnamon bread
1/2 c chopped pecans
10 eggs
1 c 2% milk
1 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes, until thickened.
  • 2. In a small bowl, combine the apples, lemon juice, sugar, and pie spice. Arrange half the bread in a greased 9x13" baking dish. Spoon apples over bread; drizzle with half the sauce. Sprinkle with pecans; top with remaining bread.
  • 3. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt and vanilla. Pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining caramel sauce.
  • 4. Take strata from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, in a preheated 350º oven for 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • 5. Microwave the reserved caramel sauce, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes and drizzle over strata.

BISON SAUSAGE, APPLE AND SAGE STRATA



Bison Sausage, Apple and Sage Strata image

Autumn flavors of apple and sage are baked with bison breakfast sausage, eggs, and bread cubes in this delicious brunch strata.

Provided by The Bison Council

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     The Bison Council

Time 1h22m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Nonstick cooking spray
1 pound bison breakfast sausage
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tart cooking apples, cored and chopped
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaves
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 (12 ounce) loaf firm-textured French or Italian bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 cup shredded provolone cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 3-quart rectangular baking dish with cooking spray; set aside. Cook bison sausage and onion over medium heat in an extra-large skillet until bison sausage is brown. Add apple and cook for 5 more minutes. Drain off fat.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, sage, and pepper in a large bowl.
  • Place bread cubes in prepared baking dish. Top with bison sausage mixture and the cheese. Gently mix to evenly distribute ingredients. Pour egg mixture over bread mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

APPLE RAISIN STRATA



Apple Raisin Strata image

Time 3h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (1-pound) loaf cinnamon raisin bread cubed
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese diced
1 1/2 cups peeled and diced apples
1 1/2 cups raisins
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups half and half or cream
6 tablespoons butter melted
1/3 cup maple syrup
CARAMEL SAUCE
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cream
1/4 cup butter
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange half of the cubed raisin bread in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle the cream cheese evenly over the bread and top with apples; sprinkle raisins evenly over all. Top with remaining bread cubes. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the half-and-half, butter, and maple syrup. Pour this over the bread mixture. Cover with plastic wrap and press down so that all bread pieces are soaked. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Preheat oven to 325°F. Bake for 45 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. CARAMEL SAUCE Mix the brown sugar, cream, butter, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk while cooking for 5 minutes or until the sauce gets thick. Add vanilla and cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and pour into a jar. TIP: Freeze the cream cheese until just barely solid for easier dicing.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips:

  • Use a variety of apples. This will give your strata a more complex flavor. Some good options include Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Braeburn.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the strata tough.
  • Bake the strata until it is golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This usually takes about 45 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Serve the strata warm or at room temperature. It can be served with maple syrup, whipped cream, or ice cream.
  • Make ahead: The strata can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning. You can also freeze the strata for up to 2 months. To reheat, thaw the strata overnight in the refrigerator and then bake it in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 30-45 minutes, or until heated through.

Conclusion:

Apple strata is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its simple ingredients and classic flavor, apple strata is a surefire hit with everyone who tries it.

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