Best 10 Jeans Stuffed French Toast Strata Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with Jean's Stuffed French Toast Strata, a delectable dish that combines the classic flavors of French toast with a hearty and flavorful filling. This strata is crafted with layers of soft, eggy bread, a savory sausage and cheese filling, and a creamy custard, all baked to golden perfection. With its irresistible combination of textures and flavors, this dish is sure to become a favorite for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. In addition to the main recipe, this article also offers variations for a vegetarian strata, a gluten-free strata, and a strata with a sweet filling, ensuring that there's a perfect recipe for every taste and dietary preference. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with this versatile and delicious strata that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Categories     Sponsor

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 Eggland's Best eggs
1 1/2 cups lowfat buttermilk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1 french baguette loaf, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1/4 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Coat a 13 X 9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside. Cut baguette into 1/2-inch cubes and spread along the bottom of the dish. In a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and pour over bread. Cover with plastic wrap and press down lightly, so the bread absorbs the egg mixture. Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight) before baking. Bake for 45 minutes, or until eggs are set. When removed from oven, sprinkle with brown sugar and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

STUFFED FRENCH TOAST STRATA WITH ORANGE SYRUP



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Make it the best brunch ever with a do-ahead strata boasting a cream cheese fruity surprise.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 7h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 slices raisin-cinnamon bread
1/2 cup pineapple cream cheese spread (from 8-ounce container)
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • Spray rectangular baking dish, 13x9x2 inches, with cooking spray. Toast 6 slices of the bread; place in pan. Spread each slice toast evenly with cream cheese and marmalade. Butter remaining bread slices; place butter sides up on toast.
  • Beat eggs, milk and vanilla in medium bowl with wire whisk until blended. Pour over bread. Cover with aluminum foil and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350°. Uncover and bake 35 to 45 minutes or until deep golden brown and slightly puffed. Cut between bread slices. Serve with Orange Syrup.
  • Method for Orange Syrup: Mix ingredients in small microwavable bowl. Microwave uncovered on High about 1 minute or until heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535, Carbohydrate 84 g, Cholesterol 180 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 490 mg

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Looking for a filling breakfast? Then check out this fruity French toast strata that's baked to perfection.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
1 tablespoon margarine or butter, melted
8 diagonal slices (1/2 inch thick) soft-crust French bread
1 1/2 cups fat-free cholesterol-free egg product or 4 whole eggs plus 4 egg whites, lightly beaten
1 3/4 cups fat-free (skim) milk
1 teaspoon ground ginger
2 cups sliced fresh strawberries
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix brown sugar and butter until well blended. Spread mixture in bottom of dish. Arrange bread slices over brown sugar mixture.
  • In medium bowl, mix beaten eggs and egg whites, the milk and ginger until well blended. Pour over bread in dish. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes. Meanwhile, heat oven to 350°F.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes or until center is puffed and knife inserted in center comes out clean. Immediately cut into squares; serve with strawberries and powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 330 mg, Sugar 24 g, TransFat 0 g

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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I'm always on the lookout for different breakfast and brunch ideas. I like to serve this easy make-ahead casserole when we have out-of-town guests. -Jill Middleton, Baldwinsville, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings (1 cup syrup).

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 loaf (1 pound) cinnamon bread, cubed
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
8 eggs, lightly beaten
2-1/2 cups 2% milk
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup
CIDER SYRUP:
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup apple cider
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Arrange half of the bread cubes in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Layer with cream cheese and remaining bread. In a blender, combine the eggs, milk, butter and maple syrup; cover and process until smooth. Pour over bread. Cover and refrigerate overnight., Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. 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., For syrup, in a small saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon. Gradually whisk in cider and lemon juice. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in butter until melted. Serve warm with strata.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Fat 34g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 285mg cholesterol, Sodium 537mg sodium, Carbohydrate 58g carbohydrate (35g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Categories     Bread     Bake

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 French baguette loaf
8 large Eggland's Best eggs
1 1/2 cups lowfat buttermilk
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Coat a 13- by 9-inch casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Cut baguette into 1/2-inch cubes and spread along the bottom of the dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, buttermilk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and pour over bread.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and press down lightly so the bread absorbs the egg mixture. Refrigerate at least 2 hours (or overnight) before baking.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until eggs are set.
  • When removed from oven, sprinkle with brown sugar and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  • Tips
  • Spread 2 cups of your favorite mixed berries on top before baking, and top with fresh whipped cream instead of brown sugar before serving.
  • Substitute vanilla extract for almond extract; mix slivered almonds in with brown sugar to top before serving.
  • Peel & core an apple; using a mandolin (or a sharp knife), create thin apple rings and layer on top before baking; sprinkle 1/4 cup of cinnamon sugar on top before serving.
  • Nutrition Information
  • Serving size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 193
  • Fat: 4 (20% calories from fat)
  • Cholesterol: 118mg
  • Sodium: 304mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 8g

STUFFED FRENCH TOAST STRATA WITH ORANGE SYRUP



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The recipe for this very tasty strata came from the Betty Crocker Holiday cookbooklet, Dec 2003. Preparation time does not include the 6 hours needed to set in refrigerator before baking!

Provided by Sydney Mike

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 slices cinnamon raisin bread
1/2 cup neufchatel cheese spread with pineapple
1/2 cup orange marmalade
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
4 eggs
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup frozen orange juice concentrate

Steps:

  • FOR FRENCH TOAST ~ Spray 13"x9" baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Toast 6 slices of the bread, then place in pan.
  • Spread each slice of toast evenly with cream cheese & marmalade.
  • Butter remaining bread slices, then place them butter-sides up on toast.
  • In a medium bowl, with wire whisk, beat eggs, milk & vanilla until blended, then pour over bread.
  • Cover with aluminum foil & refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
  • When ready to proceed, preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Uncover & bake 35-45 minutes or untild eep golden brown & slightly puffed.
  • Cut into slices, & place on individual serving plates.
  • FOR ORANGE SYRUP ~ In small microwavable bowl, mix corn syrup & OJ concentrate.
  • Microwave uncovered on high about 1 minute or until heated.
  • Spoon over French toast & enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.1, Fat 11.5, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 157.3, Sodium 316.2, Carbohydrate 85.2, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 38.3, Protein 10.7

LEMON-RASPBERRY FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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Provided by Tracey Seaman

Categories     Milk/Cream     Berry     Dairy     Egg     Fruit     Breakfast     Brunch     Bake     Easter     Raspberry     Lemon     Maple Syrup     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup pure maple syrup, plus additional for serving
6 cups 1-inch cubes day-old country-style white bread with crusts (about 12 ounces or 3/4 loaf)
1 pint fresh raspberries
6 large eggs
4 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Arrange rack in center of the oven and preheat to 350°F.
  • Lightly butter 9- by 13-inch glass baking dish or 14-inch oval gratin dish. Pour in maple syrup; scatter bread cubes and raspberries in dish.
  • In large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, lemon zest, and salt; pour over bread cubes.
  • Bake strata until puffed and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Transfer to rack to cool 5 minutes, then serve warm with additional maple syrup.

STUFFED FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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This recipe came from a Longaberger Branch Leader who demonstrated it at a Bee as a way to promote the sales of pottery 9x13s, and OMG is it amazing. Serve this with warm Apple Cider Syrup (recipe in JAP) and you will be a breakfast super hero!

Provided by Megan Stewart

Categories     Breakfast Casseroles

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb french bread, unsliced
8 oz cream cheese, cubed
2 1/2 c milk, light cream, or half and half
8 eggs
1/4 c maple syrup
6 Tbsp butter or margarine, melted

Steps:

  • 1. Cut French bread into cubes to make about 12 cups. Grease 9x13 and arrange half of the cubes in the bottom. Top with cream cheese cubes, then remaining bread. Mix together eggs, milk, melted butter and syrup. Pour evenly over the dish. Lightly press layers down to moisten. Cover and refrigerate 2-24 hours.
  • 2. Bake uncovered at 325 degrees 35-40 min or until the center is set and edges are golden brown. Let stand 10 min before serving with syrup.

FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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This is a good recipe to use when company comes or when you are entertaining for brunch. Sometimes, I add dried apricots, snipped into small pieces. The apple syrup (in database) is very good with this too. Prep time includes 8 hours in refrigerator.

Provided by Miss Annie

Categories     Breakfast

Time 8h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb French bread, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into 1/2 inch cubes
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13x2 rectangular baking dish.
  • Place half the bread cubes in the dish.
  • Sprinkle with cream cheese cubes and then remaining bread cubes.
  • Combine eggs, cream, melted butter and syrup.
  • Mix well and pour over bread and cheese cubes.
  • Using a spatula, press layers down to moisten.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, or overnight.
  • Remove plastic wrap and bake uncovered for 35- 40 minutes at 350ºF, or until set and golden brown.
  • Let stand about 10 minutes before cutting.
  • Top with your favorite syrup, or apple cider syrup (see database), or a big dollop of whipped cream.

SIMPLE FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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This is a simple French Toast that everyone loves for Brunch on New Years' Day. I use whatever bread I have on hand, but I really like crusty Italian bread, cubed.

Provided by reen31

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

12 cups bread cubes
8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
8 eggs
2 1/2 cups milk
6 tablespoons margarine or 6 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Grease a 3 quart rectangular baking dish.
  • Place half of the bread cubes in the dish. Top with cream cheese.
  • cubes and remaining bread cubes.
  • Combine eggs, milk, melted margarine or butter, and maple syrup in a.
  • blender container or mixing bowl. Process or beat with.
  • a rotary beater until well combined.
  • Pour egg mixture evenly over the bread and cheese cubes. Using a.
  • spatula, lightly press layers down to moisten.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
  • Remove plastic wrap from baking dish. Bake, uncovered,.
  • in a 325 oven for 35 to 40 minutes or until center.
  • appears set and the edges are lightly golden. Let.
  • stand about 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with syrup.

Tips:

  • Use two types of bread for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Soak the bread cubes in the egg mixture overnight for a richer, more custardy strata.
  • Don't be afraid to add your favorite mix-ins, such as berries, nuts, or chocolate chips.
  • Bake the strata in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  • Serve the strata warm with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or fruit compote.

Conclusion:

French toast strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast casserole that is perfect for a crowd. With its crispy bread crust, creamy custard filling, and sweet and savory mix-ins, strata is a dish that everyone will love. Whether you are serving it for breakfast, brunch, or lunch, French toast strata is sure to be a hit.

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