METHOD

Cut out bread slices with a cookie cutter; discard trimmings. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, milk and 1/2tsp almond extract. Dip bread on both sides in egg mixture. In a large skillet, melt 2tbsp butter. Cook bread slices for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. For almond butter, in a small bowl combine confectioners' sugar and remaining butter and almonds extract; mix well. Sprinkle French toast with additional confectioners' sugar and almond flakes. Serve with almond butter.
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