Ham and Apple Brunch Strata
Elevate your next brunch gathering with this irresistible Ham and Apple Brunch Strata—an easy make-ahead casserole that brings together savory and sweet in perfect harmony. Cubed rustic bread forms a hearty base, layered with tender bites of diced ham, sweet-tart apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji, and a generous sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese for rich flavor. A luxurious egg custard, infused with milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, and a hint of cinnamon, binds it all together, creating a golden, fluffy texture after baking. Whether you're hosting a holiday brunch or meal-prepping for the week, this dish is ideal for feeding a crowd and pairs beautifully with a fresh fruit salad or a drizzle of warm maple syrup. Ready in just over an hour, this one-pan recipe is a comforting, crowd-pleasing centerpiece with minimal clean-up. Perfect for keywords like "sweet and savory brunch casserole," "make-ahead brunch recipes," and "easy ham and apple strata."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Rustic bread, cubed
- 1.5 cups Cooked ham, diced
- 2 medium Apples (e.g., Honeycrisp or Fuji), peeled and diced
- 2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 cups Milk
- 0.5 cups Heavy cream
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter.
Spread the cubed bread evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layer the diced ham over the bread, followed by the diced apples.
Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the ham and apples.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, making sure all the bread cubes are soaked.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it rest for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate overnight if preparing in advance.
Bake the strata, covered with foil, for 30 minutes in the preheated oven.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.
Allow the strata to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Ham and Apple Brunch Strata warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 214.5 g | 275% | |
| Saturated Fat | 108.8 g | 544% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1760 mg | 587% | |
| Sodium | 13476 mg | 586% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 560.8 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 122.5 g | ||
| Protein | 280.4 g | 561% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.7 mcg | 59% | |
| Calcium | 2763 mg | 213% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3362 mg | 72% | |
*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.
