Almond French Toast Sticks with Strawberry Sauce

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Slices of bread are crusted in an almond custard and crunchy almonds to be a delicious breakfast served with a sweet strawberry sauce.

Breakfast gets an upgrade with these Almond-Crusted French Toast Sticks with Strawberry Dipping Sauce! Thick slices of bread are dipped in an orange and almond-scented egg custard, then coated in crunchy sliced almonds and cooked to golden perfection. Sliced into batons, this French toast is ideal for dipping into the pièce de résistance: An orange-liqueur infused strawberry dipping sauce made with Bonne Maman preserves. It’s a fantastic recipe for breakfast in bed, brunch or a special gathering.

Being a mom is such a strange juxtaposition of emotions most days. There are moments of sheer pride and joy that can quickly fade into intense frustration and embarrassment. {Hello, grocery store meltdown}. There are days filled with the longing for nothing but an eternity of sweet hugs and precious smiles followed by the desire to have one blessed moment to yourself. There are nights of worrying that you’re doing everything wrong and will end up raising a poorly adjusted, friendless, entitled, goal-less child {thanks, internet} that are quickly erased when you see glimmers of the amazing being your little person is becoming.

It is not a job for the faint of heart, mothering.

And for that reason, we take one day a year to say, “Thanks, Mom!” for the 8,736 hours of work and love she puts in all the other days. {Gee, when you put it that way, doesn’t one day seem a little dinky?}

It’s true that most moms are content with a sticker-covered card, a macaroni necklace and an onslaught of hugs and kisses on Mother’s Day, but if you really want to show Mom your love and appreciation this year, you can “Say It With Homemade” in a way that will fill her heart AND satisfy her belly! These Almond-Crusted French Toast Sticks with Strawberry Dipping Sauce speak a thousand words… especially when they’re served after a morning of sleeping in!

Thick slices of bread are dipped in an orange and almond-scented egg custard, then coated in crunchy sliced almonds and cooked to golden perfection. Sliced into batons, this French toast is ideal for dipping into the pièce de résistance: An orange-liqueur infused strawberry dipping sauce made with Bonne Maman preserves!

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Almond French Toast Sticks with Strawberry Sauce

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• Author: Dianna Muscari
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Serves 2
• Diet: Omnivore

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Description

Crunchy almond-crusted French toast, perfect for a weekend brunch. Served with a homemade strawberry sauce for dipping.

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Ingredients

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• 1 tbsp butter
• 1/2 cups (118 ml) milk
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1-2 drops almond extract
• 1/2 tsp orange zest
• 4 pieces thick-sliced bread
• 1/2 cups (118 ml) sliced almonds
• 1/2 cups (118 ml) Bonne Maman Strawberry Preserves
• 1 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp orange liqueur

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with foil and setting aside.
3. Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet.
4. Place sliced almonds on a plate in an even layer.
5. In a shallow bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, and orange zest.
6. Dunk each piece of bread briefly into the milk mixture, flipping to coat both sides. Allow excess to drip off.
7. Place bread onto the plate of sliced almonds and press lightly to adhere. Flip and repeat.
8. Place almond-coated bread in the skillet and cook until almonds turn golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
9. Remove from skillet and place onto the foil-lined baking sheet.
10. Bake for 5-7 minutes, flipping halfway through if desired, until golden brown and no longer wet.
11. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.

For sauce

1. In a small saucepan, heat strawberry preserves with a tablespoon of water over medium-high heat, whisking to loosen.
2. Bring to a bubble, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and add orange liqueur, whisking to combine.

To serve

1. Cut French toast into sticks and arrange on a plate.
2. Pour strawberry dipping sauce into a serving dish and serve alongside.

Notes

• For even crispier French toast sticks, use day-old bread.
• If you don’t have orange liqueur, substitute with an extra teaspoon of orange zest.
• Store leftover French toast sticks in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Oven-Baking
• Cuisine: French-Inspired

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 2 slices
• Calories: 400
• Sugar: 25
• Sodium: 150
• Fat: 20
• Saturated Fat: 10
• Unsaturated Fat: 8
• Carbohydrates: 50
• Fiber: 2
• Protein: 8
• Cholesterol: 100

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