Frangipane
Syrup (you can skip this step if using fresh bread)
To Assemble
Frangipane: cream the butter, sugar and orange zest together until pale and fluffy (this is such a small batch that I do this all by hand using a whisk).
Add the egg and almond extract and mix until incorporated.
Add the ground almonds, flour, salt and mix.
Syrup: pour the freshly boiled water over the sugar and stir until the sugar has dissolved, add the cointreau/Grand Marnier/orange juice.
Using a pastry brush, lightly brush the syrup over each slice of bread.
Assembly & Baking: pre-heat the oven to 170°C(fan)/340°F.
Spread a layer of marmalade over each slice of bread.
Pipe or spread a layer of frangipane on top, you’ll need approximately 30g per slice for 6 slices.
Sprinkle with flaked almonds and bake for 12-15 minutes.
Dust with icing sugar and eat while still warm.
