Friandisis

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Friandisis, a French-inspired almond cake that’s as elegant as it is delicious. These light and buttery treats are made with golden brown butter, finely ground almonds, and a hint of orange zest, creating an indulgent nutty profile with a citrusy twist. Their delicate texture is perfectly complemented by a dusting of powdered sugar, making them a sophisticated addition to your dessert table or morning coffee ritual. Prepared in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under 20, Friandisis is a quick yet impressive sweet to whip up for gatherings or a little self-indulgence. Whether served plain or paired with fresh fruit, these almond-based wonders are bound to be your new favorite treat. Add them to your baking repertoire today and savor the elegance of Friandisis!

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 150 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 grams Powdered sugar
• 120 grams Almond meal (finely ground almonds)
• 50 grams All-purpose flour
• 5 large Egg whites
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and grease a 12-cup friand or muffin pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Continue to cook the butter until it turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, about 3-4 minutes. Be careful not to burn it. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the powdered sugar and all-purpose flour. Add the almond meal and salt, and whisk to combine.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, lightly whisk the egg whites until frothy but not stiff. Add the frothy egg whites to the dry ingredients along with the melted brown butter, vanilla extract, and orange zest.

Step 5

Using a spatula, gently fold the mixture until well combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared friand or muffin cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the friands are golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the friands to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Dust the cooled friands with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant finish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	720.7 grams (720.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2910

Total Fat 188.60g	242%
Saturated Fat 79.50g	398%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 332mg	111%
Sodium 892mg	39%
Total Carbohydrate 285.60g	104%
Dietary Fiber 15.90g	57%
Total Sugars 218.80g
Protein 49.60g	99%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380mg	29%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1246mg	27%

*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: 55.9%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 37.6%