Almond Poppy Seed French Toast
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3.7
Almond Poppy Seed French Toast
Description
Almond Poppy Seed French Toast uses day-old poppy seed brioche sliced thickly to soak just long enough in a lightly sweetened egg and buttermilk batter enhanced with almond extract and poppy seeds. Cooking the bread in butter on a hot griddle yields a golden outside with a tender, moist interior. The almond extract introduces a mild aromatic flair that complements the nutty poppy seeds dispersed throughout the batter.
The texture balances softness inside with a gentle crispness outside, avoiding sogginess by limiting soak time. Topping the finished toast with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar adds subtle textural contrast and visual appeal. Maple syrup or butter are recommended accompaniments to enhance the richness without overwhelming the balanced flavors.
The recipe’s gentle sweetness and aromatic elements make it suitable for a relaxed weekend breakfast or a special brunch dish, pairing nicely with fruit or coffee. Doubling the batter is suggested to use more of the loaf, providing enough servings for multiple people.
Ingredients
- 1 bread I used poppy seed brioche, day old loaf
- 2 egg large
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1 Tbsp poppy seeds
- 1/2 tsp almond extract more to taste
- butter for the griddle
garnish
- almonds sliced
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Slice the bread in nice thick slices
- Whisk the eggs in a wide shallow dish, a pie plate works well. Make sure to get the eggs completely beaten. Whisk in the buttermilk, sugar, poppy seeds, and extract and blend until the sugar is dissolved.
- Heat a griddle and butter it well.
- Soak each piece of bread in the batter before placing it on the griddle. It will only take a short soak on each side, you don't want it completely mushy inside.
- Cook the bread until it is golden on each side, and hot throughout. Serve hot with butter, maple syrup, and some sliced almonds on top. Dust with powdered sugar for a fancier presentation.
Notes
- Use day-old poppy seed brioche or a similar sturdy bread to prevent mushy French toast.
- Soak bread slices only briefly on each side to avoid overly soggy toast.
- Doubling the recipe is practical when using a full loaf, especially for serving several guests.
- Top with sliced almonds and powdered sugar just before serving for added texture and presentation.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
3.7
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