Amaretto Bread (Bread Machine)

Directions

1. 1
   To make the Almond Confectioner's Sugar: place the nuts in the workbowl of a food processor with half of the confectioner's sugar; process until finely ground and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add the rest of the sugar and process until a fine powder is created; use for dusting holiday breads and sweet rolls; you will need 1/4 cup for this recipe.
3. 3
   Preheat the oven to 350°; coarsely chop the almonds and spread them evenly on a clean baking sheet.
4. 4
   Bake until lightly toasted, about 5-7 minutes; remove from the oven and let cool.
5. 5
   Place the ingredients, except the almonds, in the pan according to the order in the manufacturer's directions.
6. 6
   Set crust on medium and program for the Basic cycle; press Start.
7. 7
   When the machine beeps, or between knead 1 and knead 2, add the almonds.
8. 8
   Touch and press the dough with your fingers; it should be soft and pliable.
9. 9
   When the baking cycle ends, immediately remove the bread from the pan and place it on a rack.
10. 10
    Let cool to room temperature; then dust with Almond Confectioner's Sugar before slicing.