Apple Strata
Dive into cozy comfort with this Apple Strata, a delightful baked dish that combines tender caramelized apples, cinnamon-spiced custard, and golden layers of day-old bread. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dessert, this recipe showcases a harmonious blend of Granny Smith or Honeycrisp apples cooked to perfection with brown sugar and warming spices. The creamy custard, made with eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream, soaks into the bread, creating a soft, pudding-like texture under a crispy golden crust. Prep it the night before for an effortless morning, and finish with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup for a sweet, indulgent touch. Whether for a holiday gathering or a weekend treat, this Apple Strata is destined to become a favorite crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled and thinly sliced)
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 8 cups Bread (day-old, sliced into 1-inch cubes)
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
- to taste Maple syrup (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until the apples are softened but not mushy. Stir in the vanilla extract and remove the skillet from heat.
Spread half of the bread cubes evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Layer half of the cooked apples on top of the bread cubes. Repeat the process with the remaining bread cubes and apples to create two layers.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and salt until smooth and well combined. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the bread and apples, pressing down gently to ensure all the bread pieces are soaked.
Let the strata sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, allowing the custard to fully absorb into the bread. Alternatively, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for convenience.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
Remove the strata from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes before serving. Dust with powdered sugar and serve with maple syrup, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5536 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.7 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.3 g | 462% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1513 mg | 504% | |
| Sodium | 6321 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 802.3 g | 292% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 57.4 g | 205% | |
| Total Sugars | 310.7 g | ||
| Protein | 153.1 g | 306% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.7 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1539 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 38.9 mg | 216% | |
| Potassium | 3284 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
