Almond and Jam Topped Pastry

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This rich pastry is a sweet addition to brunch or your Christmas cookie plates.


This rich pastry is a sweet addition to brunch or your Christmas cookie plates.

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Ingredients

12   slices brioche 1″ thick
12   c jam or preserves, any flavor
1   c raw almonds
13   c granulated sugar, divided
13   c butter, softened
1   large egg
2   tbsp milk
1   tbsp powdered sugar

Method

Preheat over to 375°F. Place bread slices on cookie sheet, and spread jam thinly on bread slices. 

Add almonds and ½ of sugar to Twister jar, adn place lid on jar. Select “Speed 3”, and turn lid counterclockwise during blending. At 30 seconds, press “Pulse” or “X” to stop cycle. Add remaining sugar, butter, egg, and milk to Twister jar. Place lid on jar, select “Speed 2”, and turn lid counterclockwise during blending. At 30 seconds, press “Pulse” or “X” to stop cycle. Pour mixture into pastry bag, and pipe mixture on jam-topped bread. Bake for 20 minutes or until almond spread is golden brown.

Remove from oven and cool. Sprinkle powdered sugar on top of cooled bread slices and serve.

Nutritional Information

  • Servings 12.0
  • Sodium 112 mg
  • Serving Size 1 slice
  • Carbohydrates 27.5 g
  • Calories 244
  • Fibre 2.5 g
  • Fat 14 g
  • Sugar 13.5 g
  • Saturated Fat 5 g
  • Protein 6 g
  • Cholesterol 53 mg