Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Almond Poppy Seed French Toast, a breakfast treat that transforms your mornings into a special occasion. This recipe features thick slices of day-old poppy seed brioche soaked in a creamy buttermilk batter infused with almond extract and dotted with crunchy toasted almonds. It’s perfect for impressing guests at brunch or enjoying a cozy weekend morning at home. Serve it warm, topped with sliced almonds and a dusting of powdered sugar, or drizzled with maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, this French toast is sure to become a favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf day-old poppy seed brioche
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
- Butter (for cooking)
- Sliced almonds (for garnish)
- Powdered sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the day-old brioche into 1-inch thick slices.
- In a wide, shallow dish, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, sugar, poppy seeds, and almond extract until smooth.
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat and add butter to coat.
- Quickly dip each slice of bread into the batter on both sides; do not soak too long.
- Place the soaked bread onto the hot skillet and cook for about 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Serve immediately with sliced almonds and powdered sugar or maple syrup as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 110mg