Pin this 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 preparing assorted mignardises with my family during festive seasons, filling the home with delightful aromas.
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.
Pin this Preparing these bite-sized treats has always been a joyful family tradition that brings everyone closer during special celebrations.
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.
Nutritional Information
Calories 70, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 7 g, Protein 1 g per piece (average)
Pin this Enjoy this elegant assortment that brings a touch of French sophistication to your celebrations.
Recipe FAQs
- → What are almond financiers?
Almond financiers are small, buttery cakes made with almond flour, powdered sugar, egg whites, and a hint of vanilla, baked until golden and delicate.
- → How do you make smooth chocolate truffles?
Heat cream until just simmering, pour over finely chopped dark chocolate, stir until smooth, then chill and roll into balls before coating with cocoa powder.
- → What gives lemon madeleines their flavor?
Lemon zest and juice are incorporated into a light batter with egg, sugar, and melted butter, creating a bright, citrusy aroma and taste.
- → How should I arrange the mignardises for serving?
Arrange the financiers, madeleines, and truffles on a festive platter, dust with powdered sugar, and garnish optionally with candied orange peel or crushed pistachios.
- → Can these sweets accommodate dietary needs?
They contain eggs, dairy, gluten, and nuts, so caution is advised for allergy-sensitive individuals.