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Mini French Almond Cakes

Mini French Almond Cakes: Light, Easy Delights for Any Occasion

Mini French Almond Cakes are light, airy treats made with simple ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 44 minutes
Servings: 12 cakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 100 g Unsalted Butter Browned for a nutty aroma.
  • 100 g Plain / All-Purpose Flour Provides structure.
  • 100 g Almond Meal Can substitute with other nut meals.
  • 100 g Icing Sugar For sweetness and smooth texture.
  • 1 g Salt Enhances overall flavor.
  • 4 large Egg Whites Room temperature for best aeration.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional; could substitute with almond extract.
  • 30 g Flaked Almonds Optional; for topping.

Equipment

  • Financier pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Piping bag or spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F) and grease the Financier pan.
  2. Brown the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat for 5-8 minutes.
  3. Sift together the plain flour, almond meal, icing sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk the room-temperature egg whites until slightly bubbly, then fold into the dry ingredients.
  5. Fold in the slightly cooled brown butter and vanilla extract until just combined.
  6. Fill each cavity of the prepared Financier pan about three-quarters full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until lightly golden and springy to touch.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days or frozen for longer storage.

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