ALMOND FRENCH TOAST HEARTS

Almond French Toast Hearts image

I like to surprise my family at breakfast by having heart-shaped French toast on the table. Confectioners' sugar, strawberries and almond butter tastefully top off each bite. -Donna Cline, Pensacola, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

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

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 21g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 462mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 10g protein.