This apple raisin French toast strata is a simple but elegant way to make breakfast fast. Put it together the night before, then bake it while you shower. Serve with lots of extra maple syrup! You may also add extra raisins if you wish.
Ingredients
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1 (1 pound) loaf cinnamon raisin bread, cubed
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1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced
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1 cup diced peeled apples
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2 ½ cups half-and-half
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8 eggs
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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¼ cup maple syrup
Directions
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Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Arrange 1/2 raisin bread in bottom of the prepared dish. Sprinkle cream cheese evenly over top, then top with apples. Add raisins if you like. Top with remaining 1/2 bread.
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Beat half-and-half, eggs, butter, and maple syrup together in a large bowl; pour over bread mixture. Cover with plastic wrap; press down so all bread pieces are soaked. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
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Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 354 | Calories |
| 23g | Fat |
| 28g | Carbs |
| 10g | Protein |
