Almond French Toast Hearts
(from Larissa84’s recipe box)
Delicious. makes a lot of butter.
Source: Taste of Home
Prep time: 25 minutes
Serves 2 people
Categories: Breakfast, French Toasts
Ingredients
- 6 slices bread
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract, divided
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 cup butter, divided
- 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
- Additional confectioners' sugar
- Sliced fresh strawberries
Directions
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Cut out bread slices with a 3-3/4-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter; discard trimmings.
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In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, milk and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Dip bread on both sides in egg mixture. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Cook bread hearts for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
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For almond butter, in a small bowl, combine confectioners’ sugar and remaining butter and extract; mix well. Sprinkle French toast with additional confectioners’ sugar. Serve with almond butter and strawberries.