Gluten-Free Classic Financier
Delight in the elegance of French patisserie with this Gluten-Free Classic Financier recipe, a refined treat that's as simple to prepare as it is indulgent. Made with almond flour and a touch of gluten-free all-purpose flour, these petite golden cakes boast a rich, nutty flavor enhanced by fragrant browned butter (beurre noisette). Lightly sweetened with powdered sugar and baked to perfection, they're airy yet moist, making them the ideal pairing for coffee or tea. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and optional almond slices for added crunch, this recipe effortlessly creates bakery-quality results in your own kitchen. Perfect for gluten-free diets and lovers of sophisticated desserts alike, these financiers are a timeless crowd-pleaser bound to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Unsalted butter
- 90 grams Almond flour
- 25 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 120 grams Powdered sugar
- 3 large Egg whites
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 30 grams Almond slices (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a financier or muffin pan.
In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until it turns a golden brown, becoming beurre noisette. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and strain through a fine sieve to remove any solid particles. Set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, gluten-free all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt, whisking them together until well blended.
In a separate clean bowl, lightly beat the egg whites with a fork until frothy but not stiff. Incorporate the egg whites into the flour mixture and mix until combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract, and then gradually mix in the melted browned butter. Make sure the butter is not too hot to prevent curdling the batter. Mix until you get a smooth batter.
Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared financier or muffin pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
Optional: Sprinkle the tops of each financier with almond slices for added texture and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the financiers cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.2 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.3 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 266 mg | 89% | |
| Sodium | 775 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.3 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.0 g | ||
| Protein | 37.8 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 310 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 413 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
