Easy Petit Fours

Delight your guests with these charming and "Easy Petit Fours," the perfect bite-sized treats for any occasion. This recipe transforms a simple store-bought pound cake into elegant mini cakes layered with apricot or raspberry jam and coated in a smooth, glossy glaze made from powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla. Add a festive touch with food coloring and sprinkles for customizable decorations that suit any theme or holiday. With no baking required and a prep time of just 30 minutes, these petit fours are a stress-free yet impressive addition to dessert tables, tea parties, or special celebrations. Indulge in their tender texture and burst of fruity sweetness for the ultimate crowd-pleasing confection. Keywords: easy petit fours, no-bake desserts, bite-sized treats, pound cake recipes, elegant desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 loaf pound cake
• 0.5 cup apricot or raspberry jam
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
• 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 drop food coloring (optional)
• 2 tablespoons sprinkles or edible decorations (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the pound cake into even 1/2-inch thick slabs and then cut into small 1-inch squares or desired shapes using a knife or small cookie cutters.

Step 2

Spread a thin layer of apricot or raspberry jam on half of the cake pieces, then top with the remaining pieces to create small cake sandwiches.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, corn syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add a drop of food coloring if desired.

Step 4

Place a wire rack over a baking sheet to catch drips. Place the cake sandwiches on the rack.

Step 5

Using a spoon or small ladle, pour the glaze over each petit four, ensuring they are fully covered. Let excess glaze drip off into the baking sheet below.

Step 6

Decorate with sprinkles or edible decorations before the glaze sets, if desired.

Step 7

Allow the petit fours to set for 1-2 hours or until the glaze is firm to the touch.

Step 8

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	991.4 grams (991.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3412

Total Fat 65.10g	83%
Saturated Fat 22.70g	114%
Polyunsaturated Fat 15.50g
Cholesterol 302mg	101%
Sodium 1761mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 702.50g	255%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 584.90g
Protein 23.70g	47%

Vitamin D 158IU	791%
Calcium 266mg	20%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 853mg	18%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.8%

Protein: 2.7%

Carbs: 80.5%