Baked Almond French Toast
Ingredients
For : French Toast
- 1 long soft Italian loaf bread
- 3 large eggs
- 2 cups of milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter ( melted)
- 4 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
For Topping:
- 1 large egg white
- 3 tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 cup sliced almonds
Accompaniment : fresh berries or whipped cream
1. Cut bread crosswise into 1 inch slices. Placed into a buttered pan.
2. Whisk together eggs, milk butter, sugar, salt and extract. Pour evenly over bread.
3. Place in refrigerator until liquid is absorbed about 1 hour ( you can let soak for less not necessary to leave an hour it still comes out great.
4. Pre-heat oven to 375 F.
5. Whisk egg white with sugar and a generous pinch of salt and stir in almonds until well combined. Spread mixture over bread and bake until until golden brown. 25-35 minutes
Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/4 cup confectioners' sugar (sifted)
Whisk Heavy Cream until soft peaks form. Add confectioners' sugar and whisk until combined. Use immediately, if not using soon store in an airtight container in refrigerator.
Nice dessert!
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