Description
This Quick Florentines recipe offers a delightful combination of caramelized almonds with a crisp, buttery base topped with rich dark chocolate. Perfect as an elegant snack or a sweet treat to enjoy with tea or coffee, these Florentines are quick to prepare and bake, delivering a satisfyingly crunchy texture with a luscious chocolate finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Florentine Base
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/3 cup caster sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon plain flour
- 2 tablespoons double cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Topping
- 50g dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the Florentines after baking.
- Heat Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine honey, caster sugar, unsalted butter, and double cream. Heat gently over medium heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Flour and Vanilla: Stir in the plain flour and vanilla extract thoroughly into the smooth mixture to create a thick batter.
- Incorporate Almonds: Mix the sliced almonds evenly into the batter, ensuring all almonds are coated with the mixture.
- Spread Mixture: Spoon and spread the almond mixture thinly and evenly onto the prepared baking sheet to create an even layer for crisp baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool and Cut: Remove from the oven and allow the Florentines to cool slightly on the baking sheet. While still warm, cut them into desired shapes or squares.
- Chocolate Topping: Drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the cooled Florentines evenly and allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the mixture is spread thinly for crisp Florentines.
- Use a silicone mat or parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Allow the chocolate to fully set for best presentation and taste.
- Store Florentines in an airtight container to maintain their crunch.
- For a variation, use white or milk chocolate instead of dark chocolate for topping.