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This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
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Amaretto French Toast

This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: amaretto french toast
Servings: 2
Calories: 447kcal
Author: Barbara

Ingredients

  • 1 Tablespoon butter
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4. teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 Tablespoons Amaretto
  • 4 slices Texas Toast
  • Toasted coconut optional

Instructions

  • Optional: toast coconut in a dry skillet over medium heat. Do not let the coconut burn. Pour into a dish as soon as it's toasty to stop it from over-browning.
    This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
  • Heat a large skillet or electric skillet over medium heat; add butter to melt.
    This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
  • Whisk together egg, milk, vanilla and Amaretto in a shallow bowl.
    This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
  • Dip the Texas toast in the egg mixture, coating both sides.
  • Cook the toast for 2-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
    This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.
  • Serve with toasted coconut and warmed maple syrup.
    This Amaretto French Toast is a perfect breakfast or brunch for two. The splash of Amaretto in the batter kicks this French Toast up to another level.

Notes

  • Use any type of bread slices including brioche, challah or regular sliced bread.
  • Swap almond extract for vanilla extract.
  • Garnish with toasted almonds.
  • Serve with a dollop of strawberry jam, blueberries, blackberries or Greek yogurt.
  • Make an amaretto syrup by boiling down amaretto until it thickens.
  • The nutritional information is auto-calculated and can vary depending on the products used.

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 520mg | Potassium: 129mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 393IU | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 12mg