CHERRY STRATA

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

Provided by LilPinkieJ

Categories     Breads

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 cups day-old italian bread cubes (approx 1/2 inch cubes)
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar, divided
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup dried cherries or 1/2 cup cranberries
1/2 cup chopped pecans
4 whole eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 (14 ounce) can cherries, chopped
1 cup sugar
1 cup corn syrup
1/2 teaspoon almond extract

Steps:

  • .::|| Cherry Strata ||::.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking pan.
  • Place 8 cups of the bread cubes in prepared pan.
  • In mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, 1/4 cup sugar and extract until smooth. Stir in pecans and cherries (or cranberries). Spoon over bread and top with remaining bread cubes.
  • In mixing bowl, whisk eggs, cream, cinnamon and remaining sugar. Pour over bread.
  • Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes 350°F, or until browned.
  • Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Top individual servings with Cherry Syrup.
  • .::|| Cherry Syrup ||::.
  • Combine cherries, sugar and corn syrup in small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in extract. Serve warm over strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 888.2, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 13.8, Cholesterol 188, Sodium 553, Carbohydrate 141.4, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 76.9, Protein 15.1

Kgothatso Motlhamme
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I would definitely make this again. It's a great recipe for a special occasion brunch.


Abusha Daniel
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This was my first time making strata and it turned out great! It was easy to follow the recipe and the end result was delicious.


shoaib arshad
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I'm not usually a fan of strata, but this one was really good. The cherries added a nice touch.


brycen Pierce
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This was a great way to use up some leftover cherries. It was also a nice change from my usual breakfast routine.


Javad Khan
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I've tried several cherry strata recipes and this one is by far the best. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness.


Matthew Hernandez
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This is my new favorite breakfast casserole! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Parves Uddin
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I made this for a brunch party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it.


kibkab melaku
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This strata was so easy to make and it turned out so fluffy and delicious! The cherries added a nice sweetness and tartness.


Sikander Azam
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I've made this cherry strata several times and it always turns out perfect. It's a great breakfast or brunch dish, and it's also easy to make ahead of time.


Addisyn Murray
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This cherry strata was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and tasted delicious. The cherries added a burst of sweetness and flavor to the dish.


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