Save to Pinterest A delightful assortment of bite-sized French sweets, perfect for celebrating the New Year with elegance and variety.
This recipe brings back memories of joyful holiday gatherings where everyone enjoyed a sweet treat with coffee or Champagne.
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 Our family loves gathering around the table to share these elegant sweets during New Year celebrations.
Notes
Add a touch of orange zest to the financiers for extra brightness. Flavor truffles with a splash of liqueur (eg Grand Marnier) if desired. 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 These delicate mignardises add a touch of French elegance to any celebration.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What types of sweets are included in this assortment?
It features almond financiers, chocolate truffles, and lemon madeleines, each offering unique flavors and textures.
- → How are the almond financiers prepared?
They are made by mixing almond flour, powdered sugar, and egg whites with melted butter, then baked until golden in mini muffin molds.
- → What is the best way to achieve smooth chocolate truffles?
Heat cream until simmering, pour over chopped dark chocolate, then stir until smooth before chilling and rolling into balls coated with cocoa powder.
- → How much time is needed to prepare these sweets?
Preparation takes about 40 minutes, with cooking around 20 minutes, totaling approximately 1 hour.
- → Are there any recommended garnishes to enhance presentation?
Powdered sugar, candied orange peel, and crushed pistachios are optional garnishes that add visual appeal and flavor contrast.
- → Can these sweets accommodate dietary preferences?
They are vegetarian but contain eggs, dairy, wheat, and tree nuts, so not suitable for those with related allergies.