Apple-Stuffed Strata

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Apple-Stuffed Strata
72 min.
8
229kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Apple-Stuffed Strata, a perfect vegetarian dish that brings warmth and comfort to any meal. This unique recipe combines the sweetness of Golden Delicious apples with the rich, buttery goodness of cinnamon-swirl bread, creating a mouthwatering experience that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a cozy family dinner, or simply looking for a delicious side dish, this strata is sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just 72 minutes, you can easily whip up this delectable dish, and the best part? It can be made ahead of time! By allowing the strata to chill overnight, the flavors meld beautifully, resulting in a dish that is both satisfying and bursting with flavor. The combination of eggs, milk, and spices creates a custard-like texture that perfectly complements the tender apples and crunchy pecans.

Not only is this Apple-Stuffed Strata a feast for the senses, but it also offers a balanced caloric profile, making it a guilt-free indulgence at just 229 calories per serving. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a dish that will become a cherished favorite in your home. Your family and friends will be asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons butter 
  • ounce raisin bread cut in half diagonally
  • large eggs 
  • cups golden delicious apple peeled sliced
  • tablespoon granulated sugar 
  • tablespoons granulated sugar divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 1.5 cups milk 1% low-fat
  • 0.8 cup pecans divided chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add apple and 1 tablespoon granulated sugar to pan; saut 8 minutes or until apple is tender and lightly browned.
  3. Remove from heat; cool 5 minutes.
  4. Coat an 11 x 7-inch glass or ceramic baking dish with cooking spray. Arrange half of bread in dish. Top with apple mixture; top with 1/2 cup pecans. Arrange remaining bread over pecans.
  5. Combine the remaining 5 tablespoons granulated sugar, milk, cinnamon, and eggs in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  6. Pour milk mixture over bread, pressing down to submerge. Cover and chill overnight.
  7. Preheat oven to 35
  8. Uncover dish.
  9. Sprinkle remaining 1/4 cup pecans and turbinado sugar evenly over bread.
  10. Bake at 350 for 48 minutes or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts

Calories229kcal
Protein11.63%
Fat46.1%
Carbs42.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.4
Glycemic Load
11.31
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.1286955929321%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.1mg
Delphinidin
0.74mg
Catechin
1.11mg
Epigallocatechin
0.79mg
Epicatechin
3.53mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.35mg
Quercetin
2.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:229.36kcal
11.47%
Fat:12.05g
18.54%
Saturated Fat:2.54g
15.89%
Carbohydrates:24.85g
8.28%
Net Carbohydrates:22.16g
8.06%
Sugar:19.67g
21.86%
Cholesterol:121.15mg
40.38%
Sodium:83.33mg
3.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.84g
13.68%
Manganese:0.53mg
26.59%
Selenium:11.7µg
16.71%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
14.76%
Phosphorus:146.25mg
14.63%
Fiber:2.7g
10.8%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.17%
Calcium:88.15mg
8.82%
Copper:0.17mg
8.62%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.57%
Vitamin B5:0.79mg
7.89%
Zinc:1.11mg
7.41%
Vitamin D:1.11µg
7.41%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.78%
Vitamin A:324.68IU
6.49%
Potassium:226.97mg
6.48%
Magnesium:25.57mg
6.39%
Folate:23.5µg
5.87%
Iron:1.01mg
5.59%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.23%
Vitamin B3:0.38mg
1.88%
Vitamin K:1.81µg
1.72%
Source:My Recipes