Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts
FrenchHardVeganGluten-Free

Vanilla Butter Anchovy Toasts

A delicious french dish. Completely plant-based. Gluten-free friendly.

Total Time

60 min

Serves

4

Rating

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Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
  • room temperature
  • cut into pieces
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla bean paste
  • 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 24 (1/4"–1/2"-thick) baguette slices
  • cut on a diagonal (from about 1 baguette)
  • 24 oil-packed anchovy fillets
  • 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp. finely chopped parsley leaves

Instructions

  1. 1

    In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment or in a large bowl with a handheld mixer, beat butter on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.

  2. 2

    Add vanilla paste, vanilla extract, and salt and beat until combined.

  3. 3

    Transfer to a small bowl or resealable container; cover and chill until ready to use.

  4. 4

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  5. 5

    Arrange bread in an even layer on 2 rimmed baking sheets.

  6. 6

    Toast until bread is lightly golden brown, 4–6 minutes.

  7. 7

    Meanwhile, toss anchovies, oil, and pepper in a small bowl.

  8. 8

    While toast is still warm, spread a thick layer of vanilla butter over each.

  9. 9

    Top with an anchovy fillet and transfer to a large platter.

  10. 10

    Scatter parsley over.

  11. 11

    Do Ahead: Vanilla butter can be made 5 days ahead.

  12. 12

    Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

Cooking Timer

01:00:00
Custom Timer (minutes)

Recipe Info

Prep Time:28 min
Cook Time:32 min
Total Time:60 min
Difficulty:Hard
Servings:4