Save to Pinterest A delightful assortment of bite-sized French sweets, perfect for celebrating the New Year with elegance and variety.
This recipe brings a variety of textures and flavors that I love sharing with friends and family during festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 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)
Instructions
- Prepare the Almond Financiers:
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease mini muffin molds Melt the butter and let cool slightly In a bowl mix almond flour powdered sugar flour and salt Whisk in egg whites and vanilla until just combined Stir in melted butter until smooth Spoon batter into molds filling 2/3 full Bake 12–14 minutes until golden Cool on rack
- Make the Chocolate Truffles:
- Chop chocolate finely and place in a heatproof bowl Heat cream until just simmering then pour over chocolate Let sit 1 minute then stir until smooth Stir in butter Chill mixture 1 hour Scoop and roll into small balls then coat in cocoa powder
- Bake the Lemon Madeleines:
- Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease madeleine molds Whisk egg sugar and lemon zest until light Add lemon juice and melted butter whisking to combine Fold in flour baking powder and salt Spoon into molds filling 3/4 full Bake 8–10 minutes until edges are golden Cool before unmolding
- Assemble the Mignardises:
- Arrange financiers madeleines and truffles on a festive platter Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with candied orange peel or pistachios if desired
Save to Pinterest Making these mignardises has become a cherished tradition I enjoy sharing with my family during New Year celebrations.
Notes
Serve with coffee tea or Champagne for a refined celebration
Required Tools
Mini muffin molds Madeleine molds Mixing bowls Whisks Saucepan Baking rack
Allergen Information
Contains eggs milk wheat (gluten) tree nuts (almonds pistachios) and butter Individuals with allergies should double-check all ingredient labels
Save to Pinterest Enjoy crafting these delicate treats which add a touch of French elegance to any celebration.
Recipe FAQs
- → What are almond financiers made of?
Almond financiers include almond flour, powdered sugar, all-purpose flour, egg whites, butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, creating a moist and nutty cake.
- → How should chocolate truffles be prepared?
Chop dark chocolate and pour hot cream over it until smooth, then stir in butter. Chill the mixture before rolling into balls and coating with cocoa powder.
- → What's the key to light lemon madeleines?
Whisking eggs, sugar, and lemon zest until light and folding in melted butter and dry ingredients gently ensures a tender, airy texture.
- → Can garnishes improve presentation?
Yes, dusting with powdered sugar and adding candied orange peel or crushed pistachios adds elegance and subtle flavor contrast.
- → How long does the full preparation take?
About one hour total, combining preparation, baking, chilling, and assembly steps for a refined assortment.