Almond French Toast Hearts

• 6 slices bread
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1-1/2 teaspoons almond extract, divided
• 2 tablespoons plus 1 cup butter, divided
• 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
• Additional confectioners' sugar
• Sliced fresh strawberries, optional

1. Cut out bread slices with a 3-3/4-in. heart-shaped cookie cutter; discard trimmings.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the eggs, milk and 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. Dip bread on both sides in egg mixture. In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter. Cook bread hearts for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
3. For almond butter, in a small bowl, combine confectioners' sugar and remaining butter and extract; mix well. Spread 1 teaspoon over each slice of French toast (save remainder for another use). Sprinkle with additional confectioners' sugar and serve with strawberries, if desired.

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Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/almond-french-toast-hearts/ (may not work)