Swiss Snack-Bread, Butter and Ovaltine

Chef Jean's Note:

"The chocolate drink Ovomaltine (known in the USA as "Ovaltine") originates in Switzerland and enjoys ongoing popularity, particularly with young people. Aside from being a beverage, the powder is also eaten sprinkled on top of a slice of buttered bread." Found this on wikipedia...not exactly a recipe, but worth a try! The ingrediant amounts can be adjusted to your liking.

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Serves: 4

Yield: 12.0 slices

• 1 loaf French bread
• 5 tablespoons butter, softened
• 6 teaspoons ovaltine, powder

Directions:

1. Slice the bread on the bias about 1/2 an inch thick.
2. Spread the butter over the bread slices.
3. Sprinkle the butter with the Ovaltine Powder.
4. Variations:.
5. Toast bread.
6. Use peanut butter instead of butter(this is American,not Swiss).

Reviews

[Kim127]

What a nice little snack!! I liked this more than I thought I would. I sprinkled the Ovaltine lightly, but will say where it was more concentrated was where I liked it best. I had no idea Ovaltine was from Switzerland! Made for ZWT - Count Dracula and His Hot Bites.

[Andi of Longmeadow Farm]

So yummy! You could of gotten me on this one....although I love, love, Ovaltine, (Ovomaltine) I would of never thought about this, but today, this is exactly what I needed for a snack this afternoon. Perfect, relaxing with a cold, glass of milk. Thanks for posting this! Made for ZWT7

[alligirl]

So, I too, was surprised by how much I liked this. Initially, I was afraid to give it to DS, because he will LOVE it and want it every day! I made this for my breakfast and really liked the flavor. I may fix it for DS on special occasions, as he does like his Ovaltine! Cool idea - Thanks for sharing, Chef Jean!