Pineapple Strata
Indulge in the tropical decadence of Pineapple Strata, a delightful twist on classic bread pudding that blends creamy custard with the bright, tangy sweetness of pineapple. This easy-to-make recipe features layers of day-old bread cubes and juicy pineapple chunks, soaked in a rich mixture of eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon. Drizzled with melted butter and baked to a golden perfection, this dish delivers a warm, custardy texture with bursts of tropical flavor in every bite. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a unique holiday breakfast, Pineapple Strata can be finished with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Ready in just an hour with minimal prep, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike! Keywords: Pineapple Strata, tropical bread pudding, easy breakfast casserole, pineapple dessert recipe, holiday brunch ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple chunks (fresh or canned, drained)
- 5 cups bread (preferably day-old, cubed)
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
- powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and ground cinnamon until well-combined.
Layer half of the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish, followed by 1 cup of pineapple chunks.
Pour half of the egg mixture over the bread and pineapple, making sure the bread is well-soaked. Gently press down with a spatula to ensure everything is coated.
Add the remaining bread cubes and pineapple chunks on top, followed by the rest of the egg mixture. Once again, press down gently to soak the bread.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top layer.
Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set (a knife inserted in the center should come out clean).
Allow the strata to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Optionally, dust with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3800 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1342 mg | 447% | |
| Sodium | 3664 mg | 159% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 549.3 g | 200% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.0 g | ||
| Protein | 116.8 g | 234% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.5 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 1458 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 29.0 mg | 161% | |
| Potassium | 2460 mg | 52% | |
*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.
