Sunday, February 24, 2008   

Sunday Brunch - Amaretto French Toast

Amaretto French Toast

We don’t cook breakfast very often. Dinner is really our thing. Even on the weekends, we’re up at a decent hour and usually work through most of the day. I’m fine with a glass of chocolate soy milk, which usually lasts me until lunchtime.

So when we do make breakfast, it’s always a treat.

I haven’t had or made French toast in a very long time. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I had it.

So as I was eying the half loaf of Golden Brioche Bread we had left in the fridge, I knew it would be good for two things: bread pudding, or french toast. Obviously I chose the later.

This recipe is super quick, rich, and delicious, and easy to make dairy free. You could also swap out the amaretto (but who would want to?) and flavor it with vanilla or cinnamon instead.

Amaretto French Toast

Makes 2-3 servings (about 6 slices).

Ingredients
2 eggs
1/2 cup soy creamer (or half and half)
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons Amaretto
3 tablespoons butter or margarine
6 slices brioche or egg bread

Directions
In a shallow dish, whisk together all ingredients. Working two slices at a time, place bread into dish. Let soak for about 1 minute, flip and let other side soak.

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter. When melted, retrieve slices from egg mixture and add to skillet. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown. Repeat with remaining slices.

Dust with powdered sugar and drizzle with syrup. Serve with fresh fruit and a glass of orange juice for the perfect sunday brunch.

  1. 11 Responses to “Sunday Brunch - Amaretto French Toast”

  2. kellypea Says:

    We love French Toast and indulge in weekends once in a while. This sounds really lovely! Especially with the brioche.

    Feb 24, 2008 | Reply
  3. amanda Says:

    French toast is defintely a needed indulgence every now and then. I believe that brioche bread, and challah bread, were created solely to be soaked in egg and fried in butter. I haven’t tried the amaretto trick though, so next time, I’m getting liquered up.

    Feb 24, 2008 | Reply
  4. brilynn Says:

    That looks absolutely amazing, I want some!

    Feb 24, 2008 | Reply
  5. Cindy Says:

    I’ll be waiting for Sundays to come because of this delicious toast!

    Feb 25, 2008 | Reply
  6. Lindsay Says:

    Nothing beats amaretto at 9:30 in the morning! :) haha.

    Feb 26, 2008 | Reply
  7. Katie Says:

    Can I place an order for Sunday morning, let’s say about 10:30am?? kthx :)

    Feb 26, 2008 | Reply
  8. Kelly Says:

    I really, really, heart your plates!

    Feb 27, 2008 | Reply
  9. Lindsay Says:

    Thanks! This one actually came from urban outfitters… they have some cute designs!

    Feb 27, 2008 | Reply
  10. Erin Says:

    Hi Lindsay,

    I’ve tagged you for the ever popular “5 Things Meme.” So I guess “You’re it” now.

    Best,
    Erin

    Feb 29, 2008 | Reply
  11. White On Rice Couple Says:

    Hi! You guys are a gem to find! It’s so rare to find “couple” cooking together in the kitchen and still able to live together afterwards!
    This french toast looks marvelous and the photograph just pops!
    We’ll have to add you to our “couples” blogroll!

    Mar 2, 2008 | Reply
  12. Olive Oil Says:

    What a great recipe for a quick breakfast amaretto treat. French toast is something we could never tire of.

    Mar 7, 2008 | Reply

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