Almond French Toast Hearts

Name: Almond French Toast Hearts
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, optional

8 ingredients

3 steps

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, optional

Directions

1

Cut out bread slices with a 3-3/4-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter; discard trimmings.
2

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.
3

For almond butter, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and remaining butter and extract; mix well. Spread 1 teaspoon over each slice of French toast (save remainder for another use). Sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar and serve with strawberries, if desired.