Cinnamon Raisin Strata

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 4 people

Categories: Breakfast, Casserole

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 3 tablespoons cinnamon
  • 8 slices day old raisin bread
  • 4 tablespoons brown sugar, divided
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • additional maple syrup

Directions

  1. In small bowl, combine butter and cinnamon; spread over one side of each slice of raisin bread.

  2. Place 4 slices, buttered side up, in a greased 8-in. square baking dish and sprinkle with 2 T. brown sugar.

  3. Repeat with remaining raisin bread and brown sugar.

  4. Whisk eggs, milk, syrup, and vanilla in a large bowl; pour over bread.

  5. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

  6. Remove from refrigerator about 30 minute before baking.

  7. Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 40-50 minute or until puffed and golden. Serve with maple syrup.

  8. Note: prep time does not include chilling.

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