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Mini French Almond Cakes

Irresistibly Light Mini French Almond Cakes for Tea Time Delight

Try these delightful Mini French Almond Cakes, perfect for tea time with their light and fluffy texture.
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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 extra flavor
  • 50 g Plain / All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 100 g Almond Meal Key ingredient for texture and flavor
  • 150 g Icing Sugar (Powdered Sugar) Ensures a smooth texture
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor
  • 4 whites Egg Whites Use fresh for best results
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Optional for added depth
  • 50 g Flaked Almonds Optional topping for texture

Equipment

  • Financier mold
  • mixing bowl
  • Piping bag
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mini French Almond Cakes
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (325°F). Grease your financier mold or mini muffin tin.
  2. Melt 100g of unsalted butter until golden brown and nutty, about 5-8 minutes.
  3. Sift together 50g of plain flour, 100g of almond meal, 150g of icing sugar, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl.
  4. Whisk 4 egg whites until bubbly and frothy.
  5. Fold the egg whites into the dry ingredients, then incorporate the brown butter and optional vanilla.
  6. Fill molds with the batter, leaving space for rising. Add flaked almonds on top if desired.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the molds for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For optimal freshness, store cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage.

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