Cinnamon Raisin Strata

Taken from Taste of Home magazine.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

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.