Peshwari Naan Inspired French Toast

Ingredients

• 40g blanched almonds, finely chopped (or blitzed in food processor)
• 50g desiccated coconut, lightly toasted
• 30g sultanas or raisins
• 60ml strong black tea
• 30g unsalted butter, softened
• pinch salt
• 2 large eggs
• 100ml whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla
• pinch cinnamon
• 4 thick slices Shokupan (alternatively use soft white bread or brioche)
• 40g ghee
• 4 green cardamom pods
• 1/2 cinnamon stick
• 2 tbsp honey
• icing sugar (optional)