Chocolate Florentine Triangles
Description
These Chocolate Florentine Triangles offer a delightful contrast of textures, combining a dense, fudgy chocolate crust with a glossy, chewy topping loaded with candied fruits and almonds. The recipe uses a simple press-in crust made from flour, cocoa, and butter, which provides a sturdy foundation for the sweet, boozy-adjacent flavor of the candied cherries and pineapple. As the topping bakes, the sugar and cream bubble into a golden glaze that binds the nuts and fruits together. This treat is perfect for holiday parties, baking clubs, or as a special afternoon tea accompaniment. The orange zest adds a bright, citrusy note that cuts through the richness of the chocolate and butter, ensuring every bite is balanced and indulgent without being overly heavy.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
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In a food processor, combine flour, 2/3 cup sugar, cocoa powder, and 1 stick of softened butter.
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Process until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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With the machine running, slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup of heavy cream through the feed tube until the dough begins to cling together in a ball.
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Press the dough evenly into the bottom of a foil-lined 10 x 15-inch jelly-roll pan.
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Refrigerate the crust while you prepare the topping.
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In a medium saucepan, combine the remaining 1 1/2 sticks of butter, the remaining 1/2 cup sugar, and the remaining 1/3 cup heavy cream.
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Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture comes to a boil.
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Boil for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest, almonds, chopped candied cherries, and candied pineapple.
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Spread the fruit and nut mixture evenly over the chilled chocolate crust.
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Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the topping is bubbly and golden brown.
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Let the florentines cool completely in the pan before cutting into triangles or squares.
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Store in the refrigerator to maintain texture.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 60
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1445.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 100.0g154%
- Saturated Fat 45.1g226%
- Cholesterol 178.4mg60%
- Sodium 414.0mg18%
- Total Carbohydrate 133.0g45%
- Dietary Fiber 20.0g80%
- Sugars 48.0g
- Protein 27.8g56%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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