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September 1, 2022 · Leave a Comment

Ham, Apple and Cheddar Breakfast Strata

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Ham Apple Cheddar Strata

Breakfast strata's like this one made with ham, apples, Cheddar cheese and Italian bread are super flavorful and perfect when feeding a crowd. 

Breakfast casserole with ham on a spoon

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Usually on one day of the weekend, we'll have a "big breakfast" with the girls. Most of the time they just want "dippy eggs", bacon and toast. 

However, making a breakfast strata like this one made with ham, apples and Cheddar cheese is an easier option because everything is included in one pan; then baked. 

Super easy, quick and delicious! This recipe serves four people, but you can also double or triple this recipe to make in a large casserole dish for a larger crowd. 

Though I've made only a couple of strata recipes before, I think this one is my new favorite!

A close up of ham apple strata

Equipment

  • 2-Quart Baking Dish
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Strata in a white casserole dish

Ingredients Needed

For this recipe you'll need the following ingredients: 

Melted Butter

Large Eggs

Heavy Cream: You can substitute milk or half & half in this recipe. 

Chives: I used dried chives, but fresh chopped chives are great too. 

Kosher Salt

Black Pepper

Ham: You can use chopped deli ham or leftover ham from last nights dinner. 

Apples: Peel and core the apples; then dice into small pieces so they cook evenly. I used McIntosh apples, but you can use your favorite.

Italian Bread: Day old loaf bread works best for this recipe as the custard will help to soften the bread; especially if preparing the night before. You can also use challah, French or Ciabatta bread. You'll want to cut them into 1-inch cubes. This recipe calls for 3 cups of diced bread; which is about ยฝ loaf of bread. 

Shredded Cheddar Cheese: We liked Cheddar cheese in this recipe, but you can also use Swiss, Havarti or Gruyere. 

 

A close up of a breakfast casserole on a spoon

How do I make Ham, Apple & Cheddar Breakfast Strata?

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F; then coat a 2-quart baking dish with the melted butter. 

Combine the eggs, cream, chives, salt and pepper in a large bowl; then whisk until blended. Next add the diced ham, apples, bread and cheese.

Mix with a spoon; then add the mixture to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the strata has puffed up, the custard is no longer runny and the top is golden brown. 

Remove from the oven and serve hot immediately. 

Make Ahead Instructions

This recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare; then another 30 minutes to bake. You can prepare this strata up to 12 hours before; then keep refrigerated until ready to bake. 

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A close up of a breakfast casserole on a spoon

Ham, Apple and Cheddar Breakfast Strata

Carrie's Experimental Kitchen
Breakfast strata's like this one made with ham, apples, Cheddar cheese and Italian bread are super flavorful and perfect when feeding a crowd.ย 
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 30 minutes mins
Total Time 45 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 2-Quart Oven Safe Baking Dish
  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 6 large eggs
  • ยฝ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon chives (dried)
  • ยผ teaspoon kosher salt
  • โ…› teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced cooked ham
  • 1 cup diced, peeled, cored apples
  • 3 cups 1-inch cubed italian bread
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (divided)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F; then coat a 2-quart baking dish with the melted butter.
  • Combine the eggs, cream, chives, salt and pepper in a large bowl; then whisk until blended.
  • Next add the diced ham, apples, bread and cheese. Mix with a spoon; then add the mixture to the baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes until the strata has puffed up, the custard is no longer runny and the top is golden brown. Remove from the oven and serve hot immediately.

Notes

Please read the entire post for additional instructions, tips and/or substitutions.

Nutrition

Calories: 593kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 26gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 24gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 378mgSodium: 983mgPotassium: 337mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 1350IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 268mgIron: 2mg
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