Crispy Outside, Chewy Inside! Nutty Financiers Recipe
Nutty Financiers: A Recipe for Crispy and Chewy Delights
Enjoy the delightful balance of crispy exterior and moist interior in these popular financiers, sized perfectly for your fingers. This recipe offers a simplified approach to creating these treats at home, enhanced with the rich flavor of nuts.
Essential Ingredients- 100g Unsalted Butter
- 3 Large Egg Whites, fresh
- 30g Granulated Sugar
- 35g Rice Syrup or Corn Syrup
- 35g All-Purpose Flour or Cake Flour
- 40g Finely Ground Almond Flour
- 1g Salt
- Assorted Nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, etc.), to your liking
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a small saucepan, measure and melt 100g of unsalted butter over low heat. Be careful not to burn the butter. Continue heating until it turns a light golden brown (brown butter). Let the browned butter cool slightly.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, combine 3 egg whites, 30g of granulated sugar, and 35g of rice syrup. Ensure any lumps of sugar are dissolved.
Step 3
Using a whisk, gently mix the egg white mixture until just combined; avoid creating too much foam. If the mixture feels too cold, place the bowl over the saucepan with the warming butter (or a double boiler) and stir gently until lukewarm. Do not let it get hot.
Step 4
Place a fine-mesh sieve over the bowl containing the egg white mixture. Measure and sift 35g of all-purpose flour, 40g of almond flour, and 1g of salt into the sieve. Sifting the dry ingredients ensures a smooth batter without lumps.
Step 5
Using a spatula or whisk, gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined and no dry flour streaks remain, forming a smooth batter. Be careful not to overmix, as this can develop gluten and make the financiers tough.
Step 6
Gradually pour the cooled brown butter into the batter while mixing. Continue to mix gently until the butter is fully incorporated and the batter is smooth and glossy.
Step 7
Transfer the finished batter into a piping bag. Snip off the tip of the piping bag and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to rest and firm up. This chilling step makes the batter easier to pipe and shape.
Step 8
While the batter is chilling, prepare your financier molds or muffin tins by lightly greasing them with butter or oil. Lining them with parchment paper can also help with easy removal.
Step 9
Once chilled, pipe the batter into the prepared molds, filling each about 50-80% full. Avoid overfilling, as the financiers will puff up during baking. You can pipe them in freeform shapes.
Step 10
Generously top the piped batter with your chosen assortment of nuts. Gently press the nuts into the batter to help them adhere. Using a mix of different nuts adds to the flavor complexity.
Step 11
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 25 minutes. Baking time and temperature may vary depending on your oven. The financiers are ready when the tops are golden brown and the edges are crisp. Let them cool in the molds before removing.
