Low Fat Classic Financier
Indulge in the delicate charm of our *Low Fat Classic Financier*, a guilt-free twist on the beloved French almond cake. This recipe preserves the signature nutty aroma of traditional financiers, thanks to golden browned butter (beurre noisette), while keeping things lighter with the use of fluffy egg whites and minimal fat. A harmonious blend of ground almonds, a hint of vanilla, and a touch of baking powder creates a moist and tender crumb that’s irresistibly airy. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized delights are perfect for tea time, desserts, or an elegant snack to impress your guests. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, this low-fat financier is proof that less can truly be more—without sacrificing flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 30 grams unsalted butter
- 60 grams sugar
- 3 large egg whites
- 60 grams ground almonds
- 50 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small muffin or financier mold pan with a little butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until it becomes golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. This is known as beurre noisette or brown butter. Once achieved, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, ground almonds, flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
In a separate clean bowl, lightly whisk the egg whites until they are foamy but not stiff. You do not need to beat them to peaks, just enough to break the structure.
Add the egg whites to the dry ingredients, followed by the vanilla extract, and gently fold the mixture until the ingredients are just combined.
Pour the cooled browned butter into the mixture and gently fold it in until you achieve a smooth batter.
Fill each mold in your prepared pan to about 3/4 full with the batter to allow space for rising during baking.
Place the pan into the preheated oven and bake for around 15 minutes, or until the financiers become golden on top and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the financiers to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your low-fat financiers on their own or with a cup of tea!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.0 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 760 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 115.9 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.9 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 63.9 g | ||
| Protein | 28.7 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 655 mg | 14% | |
*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.
