Thai Fig and Sweet Italian Bread Dessert
A unique Thai-inspired dessert featuring sweet Italian bread, rich figs, and a crispy bake.
Ingredients
- β1 loaf (12 oz) Sweet Italian breadpreferably day-old bread
- β1 cup, chopped Fresh figsany variety
- β2 tbsp Honeyoptional
- β1/4 cup Coconut milkfull-fat coconut milk for best results
- βpinch Saltto balance sweetness
- β1 tsp Baking powderfor crispy bake
- β2 tbsp, melted Unsalted butterfor crispy bake
- β1 tsp Vanilla extractoptional
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
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2. Slice the Italian bread into 1-inch thick slices.
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3. In a small bowl, mix together honey, coconut milk, salt, and vanilla extract (if using).
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4. Brush the mixture onto each bread slice.
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5. Place the bread slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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6. Drizzle melted butter over the bread slices.
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7. Sprinkle baking powder evenly over the bread slices.
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8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
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9. While the bread is baking, toss the chopped figs with a pinch of salt.
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10. Once the bread is ready, let it cool for a few minutes.
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11. Top each bread slice with a spoonful of figs and serve warm.