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Shibuya Honey Toast

Shibuya Honey Toast
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Shibuya Honey Toast is a delightful Japanese café-style dessert featuring thick, fluffy bread with a crispy golden crust, soaked in honey, and topped with creamy butter or ice cream. This easy-to-make recipe yields a perfect balance of crunchy, sweet, and creamy textures, delivering an indulgent treat that you can enjoy at home without fancy equipment.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

  • 1 thick slice of white bread (about 4 inches square and 2 inches thick, sturdy crust such as Japanese milk bread or brioche)
  • Butter (enough to generously coat bread surfaces, about 2 tablespoons)
  • Honey (a generous drizzle, approximately 3 tablespoons)
  • Powdered sugar (for dusting, about 1 tablespoon)
  • Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional, 1 scoop or dollop)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bread: Start by cutting a thick slice of white bread measuring roughly 4 inches square and 2 inches thick. Cut a small cube out from the center, leaving the crust intact to create a hollow ‘box.’ Save the removed bread cubes for later use.
  2. Butter and Toast: Generously spread butter on all outer surfaces of the bread box and the bread cubes to ensure a golden, crispy texture. Place both on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until browned and crisp.
  3. Honey Soak: Remove the toasted bread and immediately drizzle honey over and inside the hollow bread box so that it soaks evenly and infuses sweetness throughout the bread.
  4. Assemble the Toast: Fill the hollow center of the bread box with the toasted bread cubes. Top generously with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream if desired. Drizzle additional honey on top and finish with a light dusting of powdered sugar.
  5. Serve Warm and Enjoy: Serve the Shibuya Honey Toast fresh from the oven to enjoy the contrast between the crisp toast and the cold creamy topping. Dive in and savor the layers of delightful textures and flavors.

Notes

  • Use slightly stale or day-old bread for better honey absorption without sogginess.
  • Apply butter evenly to avoid burnt spots and ensure consistent browning.
  • Avoid overloading honey to maintain a balance between sweetness and texture.
  • For a dairy-free variation, substitute butter with coconut oil and use dairy-free ice cream or whipped coconut cream.
  • Reheat leftovers in an oven or toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) to restore crispness; avoid microwaving.

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Keywords: Shibuya Honey Toast, Japanese dessert, honey toast, sweet toast, easy dessert, fluffy bread, crispy toast, ice cream dessert

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