Best 6 Berry Brunch Strata Recipes

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Start your day with a delightful and wholesome Berry Brunch Strata, a delectable casserole bursting with fresh berries and tender bread. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for special occasions or lazy weekend brunches. Layers of soft bread, sweet berries, and a creamy custard filling create a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. The Blueberry-Lemon variation adds a refreshing citrus twist, while the Raspberry-Almond option offers a nutty crunch. For a tropical twist, try the Mango-Coconut version, or indulge in the Chocolate-Strawberry combination for a decadent treat. Each recipe features its unique blend of flavors, ensuring there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BERRY STRATA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 2h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons honey
4 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup orange juice
4 slices of bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
1 (10-ounce) bag frozen mixed berries, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Turn off the heat, add the honey, and stir to combine.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl combine the eggs, ricotta, and sugar. Using a fork, mix to combine and beat the eggs. Add the milk, orange juice, butter and honey mixture, and bread. Stir to combine. Gently fold in the berries.
  • Place the ingredients in a 10-inch round (2-quart) baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake the strata until golden on top and baked through, about 40 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon into dishes and serve.
  • SERVINGS: 4 (MAIN); Calories: 401; Total Fat: 18 grams; Saturated Fat: 9 grams; Protein: 14 grams; Total carbohydrates: 49 grams; Sugar: 34 grams; Fiber: 3 grams; Cholesterol: 249 milligrams; Sodium: 292 milligrams

BLUEBERRY STRATA



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Blueberries, cream cheese,and bread bake in a creamy custard to create the best breakfast ever!

Provided by Jeannette Loghry

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 9h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

cooking spray
1 loaf French bread, cubed
1 ½ cups blueberries
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
12 eggs
⅓ cup maple syrup
2 cups milk
1 ½ cups white sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 ½ cups water
1 ½ cups fresh blueberries
1 ½ tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Place 1/2 of the bread cubes in dish; top with 1 1/2 cups blueberries. Scatter cream cheese over berries. Cover with remaining bread cubes. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, and milk. Pour egg mixture over bread in pan. Cover, and chill overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake strata, covered, for 30 minutes. Remove cover, and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  • While the strata is baking, prepare the blueberry syrup. Combine sugar, cornstarch, and water in a saucepan. Bring mixture to a boil over high heat; cook for 5 minutes. Pour in remaining 1 1/2 cups blueberries; continue cooking for 10 minutes. Remove from heat, and stir in butter. Serve warm over slices of the strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 369 calories, Carbohydrate 46.9 g, Cholesterol 175.6 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 11.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 341.9 mg, Sugar 27.8 g

SUNDAY BRUNCH STRATA



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Hearty and fresh-tasting, this classic strata makes a wonderful breakfast dish. -Sonya Labbe, Santa Monica, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 slices whole wheat bread, cubed
3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 eggs
8 egg whites
2 cups fat-free milk
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Place bread cubes in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray; set aside., In a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg whites, milk, spinach, cheeses, mustard, salt, nutmeg, pepper and mushroom mixture; pour over top. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 228mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

BERRY STRATA



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I was watching Giada today on the food network and she whipped this up. It looked very good and pretty easy. On the episode she used only ricotta cheese and mixed berries and she warmed up the honey with 2 tbsp of butter. As I don't care for cooked strawberries I have changed the recipe to refect that. You can also use any bread that suits your fancy just make sure it is day old or at least a bit on the dry side.

Provided by Ceezie

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (about 1/2 cup)
4 ounces ricotta cheese, room temperature (about 1/2 cup)
8 eggs
2 cups milk
1 cup frozen mixed berries, thawed and drained (about 10 ounces)
1/2 cup honey, warmed
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 loaf ciabatta, loaf crust removed and cut into 1-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Place the cheeses in a large bowl and stir together with a wooden spoon. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, mixing until completely incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the milk, strawberries, honey, cinnamon, and bread. Pour into an 8 by 10 by 2-inch casserole dish. If freezing, cover with plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 1 day and up to 1 month.
  • To bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes. Increase the oven temperature to 400 degrees F. Remove the foil and continue baking for 30 to 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 505.7, Fat 28.1, SaturatedFat 14.6, Cholesterol 486.3, Sodium 310.3, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 35.7, Protein 22.2

BERRY BREAKFAST STRATA



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Made with orange juice, this simple, make-ahead breakfast is packed with protein to kick-start your day. Prep everything the night before so in the morning all you have to do is pop it in the oven for a warm, delicious breakfast your whole family will enjoy.

Provided by maryjjohnson34

Categories     Breakfast

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons honey
4 large eggs
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
3 tablespoons sugar
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup florida orange juice
4 slices bread, torn into 1-inch pieces (about 4 cups)
275 g frozen mixed berries, thawed and drained

Steps:

  • Combine butter and honey and melt in microwave.
  • In a large bowl, using a whisk, beat the egg, ricotta and sugar.
  • Add milk, Orange Juice, butter and honey mixture. Stir to combine. Gently fold in bread and berries.
  • Place mixture into an 8×8-inch baking dish. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours and up to 12 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Bake the strata until golden on top and baked through; about 40 minutes.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Spoon into dishes to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371.1, Fat 17.3, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 223.1, Sodium 302.4, Carbohydrate 40.9, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 28.1, Protein 13.8

BRUNCH STRATA



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Ham, zucchini, mushrooms and cheese flavor this rich, hearty egg dish. It looks irresistible on a breakfast or lunch buffet, and it's easy to cut into neat squares. Make sure you bring the recipe-everyone will want it! -Arlene Butler, Ogden, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 casseroles (8 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
3 small zucchini, chopped
2 medium onions, chopped (about 1-1/2 cups)
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 cups cubed fully cooked ham
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup half-and-half cream
12 large eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups cubed day-old bread
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add the vegetables and ham; cook and stir until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain and pat dry. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and cream until smooth. Gradually beat in eggs. Stir in the remaining ingredients and vegetable mixture., Transfer to two greased 11x7-in. baking dishes. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 211mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 15g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, ripe berries: This will ensure the best flavor and texture in your strata.
  • Use a variety of berries: This will give your strata a more complex flavor and appearance.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can result in a tough, dense strata.
  • Bake the strata in a water bath: This will help to prevent the strata from drying out.
  • Let the strata cool slightly before serving: This will make it easier to slice and serve.

Conclusion:

Berry brunch strata is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend brunch. With its flaky crust, creamy custard, and sweet and tart berries, this strata is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch recipe, give berry brunch strata a try. You won't be disappointed!

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