Best 7 Simple French Toast Strata Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable French toast strata, a classic breakfast casserole that combines the flavors of fluffy bread, sweet custard, and a hint of cinnamon. This versatile dish can be customized to your liking, with variations including savory strata with cheese, ham, and vegetables, or a decadent strata with berries and cream cheese. Whether you prefer a traditional French toast strata or a creative variation, this article offers a collection of recipes that will tantalize your taste buds and make your mornings truly special. From simple and straightforward recipes for beginners to more elaborate strata creations for experienced cooks, there's a recipe here to suit every skill level and preference. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave you satisfied and craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

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

APPLE RAISIN FRENCH TOAST STRATA



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A simple but elegant way to make breakfast fast. Put together the night before, and bake while you're in the shower. Serve with lots of extra maple syrup! You may also add extra raisins if you wish.

Provided by TerrieS

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs     Breakfast Strata Recipes

Time 3h15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 pound) loaf cinnamon raisin bread, cubed
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced
1 cup diced peeled apples
8 eggs
2 ½ cups half-and-half cream
6 tablespoons butter, melted
¼ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Coat a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange 1/2 of the cubed raisin bread in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle the cream cheese evenly over the bread, and top with the apples. If you like extra raisins, add them now. Top with remaining bread.
  • In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the cream, butter, and maple syrup. Pour over the bread mixture. Cover with plastic wrap, and press down so that all bread pieces are soaked. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354.1 calories, Carbohydrate 28.3 g, Cholesterol 178.5 mg, Fat 23.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.8 g, Sodium 309.8 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

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.

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

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.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of breads for a more flavorful strata. Try using a combination of white, wheat, and sourdough bread.
  • If you don't have time to make your own bread cubes, you can use store-bought croutons.
  • For a richer strata, use half-and-half or cream instead of milk.
  • Add your favorite spices and herbs to the egg mixture for a more flavorful strata. Try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, or fresh herbs like thyme or rosemary.
  • If you're short on time, you can assemble the strata the night before and refrigerate it overnight. In the morning, just bake it according to the recipe instructions.

Conclusion:

French toast strata is a delicious and easy-to-make breakfast dish that can be customized to your liking. With a variety of bread, egg, and cheese options, there are endless possibilities for creating a strata that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a special breakfast or brunch dish, give French toast strata a try.

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