Italian Toast

Prep: 120 min Cook: 55 min Cuisine: Italian

Italian Toast offers a delightful combination of sweet, nutty, and aromatic flavors with hints of anise and almond. Its crisp exterior and tender interior make it perfect for breakfast or a snack, appealing to those who enjoy flavorful baked goods with a touch of elegance and tradition.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup margarine
  • 3 eggs
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 3 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons anise or almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon anise seed
  • 1 cup sliced almonds

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, cream margarine and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Add 2 eggs and flavoring (anise or almond extract).
  3. Stir in the flour mixture and mix well.
  4. Add sliced almonds to the batter.
  5. Chill the dough well, about 2 hours.
  6. Shape the chilled dough into 3 loaves.
  7. Brush the top of each loaf with egg white from the third egg.
  8. Bake on a slightly greased cookie sheet at 300°F (150°C) for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Slice into 1/2-inch diagonal slices.
  10. Return slices to the oven and brown for an additional 30 minutes or until dry.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

723 kcal 36% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 19g 38% DV
Total Fat 42.5g 55% DV
Carbs 83.2g 30% DV
Fiber 12.3g 44% DV
Sugar 1.2g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2894.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1136.8mg 24% DV
Cholesterol 64.5mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 23.8mcg 3% DV
Vitamin C 19.7mg 22% DV
Calcium 1926.8mg 100% DV
Iron 24mg 100% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Egg Wheat/Gluten Tree nuts

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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