These Mini Florentines are a delightful twist on the classic British sweet, offering a perfect balance of crisp caramel, chewy fruit, and rich chocolate. Made with butter, caster sugar, glace cherries, and hazelnuts, they boast a shattering crunch that gives way to a soft, fruity center. The addition of lemon peel brightens the sweetness, while the chocolate coating adds a luxurious finish. Ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gift boxes, or as an elegant dessert accompaniment, these treats are surprisingly simple to assemble. They require just a handful of pantry staples and a bit of patience for melting and dipping. Whether you’re hosting a party or indulging in a quiet snack, these mini confections provide a sophisticated, homemade charm that is sure to impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth without overwhelming complexity.
Mini Florentines
Description
These Mini Florentines are a delightful twist on the classic British sweet, offering a perfect balance of crisp caramel, chewy fruit, and rich chocolate. Made with butter, caster sugar, glace cherries, and hazelnuts, they boast a shattering crunch that gives way to a soft, fruity center. The addition of lemon peel brightens the sweetness, while the chocolate coating adds a luxurious finish. Ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gift boxes, or as an elegant dessert accompaniment, these treats are surprisingly simple to assemble. They require just a handful of pantry staples and a bit of patience for melting and dipping. Whether you're hosting a party or indulging in a quiet snack, these mini confections provide a sophisticated, homemade charm that is sure to impress guests and satisfy your sweet tooth without overwhelming complexity.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (180ðC). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
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Finely chop the hazelnuts, glace cherries, and lemon peel. Set aside.
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In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the caster sugar to the melted butter and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
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Boil for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture turns a light golden amber color.
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Remove from heat and immediately stir in the chopped cherries, hazelnuts, lemon peel, and lemon juice.
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Let the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes until it is thick but still pourable.
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Drop small teaspoon-sized heaps of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
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Bake for 5-6 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers look set.
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Remove from the oven and immediately use a knife or spatula to neaten the edges if they have spread too much.
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Allow the florentines to cool completely on the baking sheets. They will crisp up as they cool.
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Melt the chocolate (half plain, half white) in separate bowls set over simmering water or in short bursts in the microwave.
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Dip the flat side of each cooled florentine into the melted chocolate, coating the bottom evenly.
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Place the chocolate-coated florentines back on the parchment paper to set.
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Before the chocolate hardens, drag a fork gently through the chocolate to create a decorative wavy pattern.
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Let the chocolate set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 60
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 552.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 40.5g63%
- Saturated Fat 25.5g128%
- Cholesterol 107.5mg36%
- Sodium 322.0mg14%
- Total Carbohydrate 50.0g17%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 50.0g
- Protein 0.5g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
