Cinnamon Apple Matzah Brei

By Amy Kritzer

Prep Time:

10m

Bake/Cook Time:

10m

Yield:

2 servings

Matzah Brei is typically a savory breakfast of sautéed matzah and eggs, but there is no reason you can’t go sweet! This version has cinnamon sugar apples and a dollop of ricotta.

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Products Used

1 lb. Light Brown Sugar Box

Light Brown Sugar Poly Bag

Ingredients

1 Fuji or Jazz apple, washed, peeled and small diced
1 teaspoon cinnamon, plus more for garnish
2 tablespoons, divided Dixie Crystals Light Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
2 pieces matzah, broken into bite-sized pieces
Warm water
3 eggs, whisked
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans for garnish
For garnish Dixie Crystals Light Brown Sugar

Directions

In a medium bowl, toss together diced apple, cinnamon and 1 tablespoon light brown sugar.
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large non-stick sauté pan over medium heat and add apples. Sauté for 3-5 minutes or until apples are soft.
While apples are sautéing, soak matzah in warm water to soften for 15 seconds and drain. Add eggs, almond extract, salt and 1 tablespoon Imperial Sugar Light Brown Sugar to matzah.
Add 1 tablespoon butter to softened apples over medium heat. Once melted, add matzah mixture to the pan and sauté until eggs are set, about 5 minutes.
Divide matzah brei between two dishes and top with ricotta cheese and nuts. Sprinkle with more cinnamon and sugar and serve hot.

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Recipe developed for Dixie Crystals by Amy Kritzer @whatjewwannaeat.

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