Financiers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Delicious Financiers recipe for a quick sweet snack

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

10 min

Cook

18 min

Ready In

28 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

18g

Fat

18g

Financiers are a classic French pastry that originated in the financial district of Paris in the 19th century. As the story goes, the delicate little cakes were named for the wealthy bankers who frequented the patisseries in the area and enjoyed indulging in such delicacies. Today, Financiers are enjoyed all over the world and have become a popular treat for afternoon tea or coffee breaks.

Instructions

1.	Melt the butter in a small pan and cook until it turns golden brown and smells nutty, then set aside to cool.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the sugar, ground almonds and flour.
3.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy.
4.	Gradually stir the dry ingredients into the egg whites.
5.	Fold in the browned butter until everything is well combined.
6.	Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
7.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 12-cup muffin tin well with butter.
8.	Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
9.	Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the Financiers are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

PROS

Financiers are a quick and easy-to-make treat, perfect for snacking on with a cup of tea or coffee.

They have a delicate almond flavor and a lovely texture that’s crispy on the outside and soft and buttery on the inside.

CONS

Since these Financiers are made with a good amount of butter, they are relatively high in calories and fat.

They are not ideal for people who are watching their waistlines.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Financiers are not exactly a healthy treat, but they do contain some beneficial nutrients.
Almonds are high in healthy fats, fiber, protein, and several important nutrients like vitamin E and magnesium. They are also a good source of antioxidants, which can help protect your cells from damage.
Egg whites are low in calories and fat, but high in protein. They are also a good source of many essential vitamins and minerals.

	3/4 cup unsalted butter
	1 cup sugar
	1 cup ground almonds
	6 large egg whites
	2/3 cup all-purpose flour