Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup almond meal
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 6 egg whites
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
Special equipment needed:
- Friand molds or muffin tin
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease the friand molds or muffin tin.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the almond meal, powdered sugar, all-purpose flour, and baking powder.
3. In another mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy.
4. Add the melted butter to the egg whites and whisk until combined.
5. Fold the dry ingredients into the egg white mixture until just combined.
6. Gently fold in the white chocolate chips and raspberries.
7. Spoon the batter into the prepared molds or muffin tin, filling each about 3/4 full.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the molds or muffin tin for 5 minutes.
10. Remove the friands from the molds or muffin tin and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature:
350°F (180°C)
Serving size:
Makes 12 friands
Nutritional information:
Calories: 244
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 5g
Sugar: 23g
Sodium: 51mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almond meal can be substituted with hazelnut meal or coconut flour.
- White chocolate chips can be substituted with dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
- Fresh raspberries can be substituted with frozen raspberries or other berries.
Variations:
- Add lemon zest to the batter for a citrusy twist.
- Replace the raspberries with blueberries or blackberries.
- Drizzle melted white chocolate over the cooled friands for extra sweetness.
Tips and tricks:
- Be careful not to overmix the batter as it can result in tough friands.
- Use room temperature egg whites for better volume.
- Let the melted butter cool before adding it to the egg whites to prevent curdling.
Storage instructions:
Store the friands in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the friands in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 5-10 minutes or until warm.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the friands on a platter and dust with powdered sugar. Serve with fresh raspberries and whipped cream.
Garnishes:
Fresh raspberries, powdered sugar, whipped cream.
Pairings:
Serve the friands with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad, yogurt, or ice cream.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the friands are too dry, try reducing the baking time or adding a tablespoon of milk to the batter.
- If the friands are too moist, try increasing the baking time or reducing the amount of raspberries.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to wash the raspberries before using them in the recipe.
Food history:
Friands are a popular French pastry that originated in the town of Nancy in the late 19th century.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, fruity.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the friands as a dessert or a sweet treat with tea or coffee.
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