Cinnamon Apple Strata

Servings

8-10 people

Ingredients

For the Bread Layer

• 1 loaf of Challah bread (about 1 pound), cubed
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

For the Apple Layer

• 3 large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Egg Mixture

• 4 large eggs
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.

Step 2: Prepare the Bread Layer

In a large mixing bowl, combine cubed Challah bread, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Toss until evenly coated.

Step 3: Prepare the Apple Layer

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 4: Assemble the Strata

In the prepared baking dish, create a layer of bread mixture. Arrange half of the apple mixture on top of the bread layer. Sprinkle with half of the melted butter. Repeat this process, ending with a layer of bread.

Step 5: Prepare the Egg Mixture

Whisk together eggs, heavy cream, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 6: Pour the Egg Mixture

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top of the strata. Make sure all bread and apple layers are coated.

Step 7: Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes or until golden brown, puffed, and set. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes before serving warm.

Variations

• Substitute chopped walnuts for some of the bread cubes for added crunch.
• Use a mixture of Granny Smith and Gala apples for contrasting sweetness levels.
• Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top of each slice before serving.