Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. Cream cheese
  • 2 Tbsp. Half-and-half
  • 1/4 c. Sugar
  • 1 x Orange, Zest of
  • 2 Tbsp. Orange liqueur
  • 2 Tbsp. Almond paste
  • 1 pch grnd nutmeg
  • 1 dsh Pure vanilla extract
  • 6 slc Bistro Challah
  • 2 Tbsp. Unsalted butter
  • 3 c. Fresh Blackberries
  • 1/2 c. Toasted almonds

Method

  • In a food processor or possibly mixer, place cream cheese, half-and-half, and sugar, and process to soften the cream cheese.
  • Stop the machine and scrape down the sides.
  • Run the machine a few more seconds, then stop and add in zest, liqueur, almond paste, nutmeg, and vanilla.
  • Process just till the mix is thoroughly blended.
  • Remove from the processor and set aside.
  • Butter one side of the challah slices and toast both sides on a grill or possibly under the broiler.
  • Allow toast to cold for a minute, then cut it in half on the diagonal.
  • Spread each toast with a generous amount of cream cheese mix.
  • Top each of the toasts with about 1/4 c. berries.
  • Sprinkle with toasted almonds and serve.
  • Serves six.