Pin A delightful assortment of bite-sized French sweets, perfect for celebrating the New Year with elegance and variety.
This recipe brings back fond memories of joyous New Year gatherings filled with laughter and sweetness.
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 recipe has been the centerpiece of many family New Year celebrations, creating sweet memories and smiles.
Notes
Add a touch of orange zest to the financiers for extra brightness Flavor truffles with a splash of liqueur such as 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
Pin Enjoy this elegant assortment of mignardises as a perfect ending to your festive meal
Recipe Q&A
- → What are almond financiers?
Almond financiers are moist, buttery cakes made with almond flour and egg whites, baked until golden in mini molds.
- → How do you make smooth chocolate truffles?
Heat cream until simmering, pour over chopped dark chocolate, stir until melted, then chill before rolling into balls coated with cocoa powder.
- → What gives lemon madeleines their flavor?
Fresh lemon zest and juice combined with melted butter create the bright, citrusy flavor of madeleines.
- → Can I add garnishes to the mignardises?
Yes, dust with powdered sugar and optionally add candied orange peel or crushed pistachios for extra texture and aroma.
- → What tools are needed for these sweets?
Mini muffin molds and madeleine molds are essential, along with mixing bowls, whisks, a saucepan, and a baking rack for cooling.
