What are Almond Financiers made of?

They combine almond flour, powdered sugar, egg whites, butter, and a touch of vanilla for a buttery, nutty texture.

How should the chocolate truffles be prepared?

Dark chocolate is melted with hot cream, blended smoothly with butter, chilled, then shaped into balls rolled in cocoa powder.

Lemon zest and juice brighten the batter, while butter and eggs create a light, soft crumb with a golden crust.

Yes, powdered sugar, candied orange peel, and crushed pistachios enhance the presentation and flavor profiles.

Mini muffin and madeleine molds, mixing bowls, whisks, a saucepan, and a baking rack are essential.

Yes, the ingredients used exclude meat and are vegetarian-friendly, including eggs and dairy.

A delightful assortment of bite-sized French sweets, perfect for celebrating the New Year with elegance and variety.

This recipe brings back warm memories of joyful New Year gatherings filled with laughter and delicious treats.

Almond Financiers: 50 g unsalted butter 50 g almond flour 50 g powdered sugar 20 g all-purpose flour 2 large egg whites 1/2 tsp vanilla extract Pinch of salt
Chocolate Truffles: 100 g good-quality dark chocolate (70%) 60 ml heavy cream 10 g unsalted butter 1 tbsp cocoa powder
Lemon Madeleines: 60 g unsalted butter melted and cooled 1 large egg 40 g granulated sugar 1/2 lemon zested 1 tbsp lemon juice 50 g all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp baking powder Pinch of salt
Garnishes: Powdered sugar for dusting Candied orange peel optional Crushed pistachios optional

Prepare the Almond Financiers:: a. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease mini muffin molds. b. Melt the butter and let cool slightly. c. In a bowl, mix almond flour powdered sugar flour and salt. d. Whisk in egg whites and vanilla until just combined. e. Stir in melted butter until smooth. f. Spoon batter into molds filling 2/3 full. g. Bake 12 14 minutes until golden. Cool on rack.
Make the Chocolate Truffles:: a. Chop chocolate finely and place in a heatproof bowl. b. Heat cream until just simmering then pour over chocolate. c. Let sit 1 minute then stir until smooth. Stir in butter. d. Chill mixture 1 hour. e. Scoop and roll into small balls then coat in cocoa powder.
Bake the Lemon Madeleines:: a. Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease madeleine molds. b. Whisk egg sugar and lemon zest until light. c. Add lemon juice and melted butter whisking to combine. d. Fold in flour baking powder and salt. e. Spoon into molds filling 3/4 full. f. Bake 8 10 minutes until edges are golden. Cool before unmolding.
Assemble the Mignardises:: a. Arrange financiers madeleines and truffles on a festive platter. b. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with candied orange peel or pistachios if desired.

This is a favorite in my family, every New Year's Eve we gather to enjoy these delicate sweets, making lasting memories together.

Mini muffin molds Madeleine molds Mixing bowls Whisks Saucepan Baking rack

Contains eggs milk wheat (gluten) tree nuts (almonds pistachios) and butter Individuals with allergies should double check all ingredient labels

Calories 70 Total Fat 4 g Carbohydrates 7 g Protein 1 g per piece average

These mignardises are the perfect elegant finish to any celebration and are sure to impress your guests.

→ What are Almond Financiers made of?: They combine almond flour, powdered sugar, egg whites, butter, and a touch of vanilla for a buttery, nutty texture.
→ How should the chocolate truffles be prepared?: Dark chocolate is melted with hot cream, blended smoothly with butter, chilled, then shaped into balls rolled in cocoa powder.
→ What gives lemon madeleines their flavor and texture?: Lemon zest and juice brighten the batter, while butter and eggs create a light, soft crumb with a golden crust.
→ Can I add garnishes to the sweets?: Yes, powdered sugar, candied orange peel, and crushed pistachios enhance the presentation and flavor profiles.
→ What tools are needed for preparation?: Mini muffin and madeleine molds, mixing bowls, whisks, a saucepan, and a baking rack are essential.
→ Are these treats suitable for vegetarians?: Yes, the ingredients used exclude meat and are vegetarian-friendly, including eggs and dairy.