Financial Cakes with Walnuts and Peach Jam
Category: Desserts
Serves: 8
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Egg Whites | 195g |
| All-Purpose Flour | 50g |
| Almond Flour | 135g |
| Walnuts | 100g |
| Sugar | 145g |
| Honey | 25g |
| Butter | 210g |
| Salt | A pinch |
| Peach Jam | 150g |
| Fresh Cream | 150g |
| Sliced Almonds | 30g |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Noisette Butter:
Begin by melting the butter in a large saucepan over low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon. Continue heating until the butter becomes golden brown and emits a nutty aroma. This is your noisette butter, which is butter that’s been cooked until it achieves a rich, toasted flavor. Once done, strain the butter through a fine mesh sieve into a small bowl to remove any solid bits.
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Process the Walnuts:
Toast the walnuts and place them in a food processor along with half of the sugar. The sugar will help absorb the oil released by the walnuts during processing. Pulse the mixture intermittently (this prevents the walnuts from overheating) until you achieve a fine, flour-like consistency. -
Mix the Dry Ingredients:
Add the almond flour, all-purpose flour, and honey to the food processor with the walnut mixture. Process until the mixture is smooth and uniform. -
Incorporate the Egg Whites:
Gently fold in the egg whites, which should be beaten to soft peaks, until the batter becomes smooth and consistent. -
Prepare for Baking:
Transfer the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a plain tip or simply snip the tip off the bag. Lightly grease 8 rectangular molds (approximately 8×5.5×4 cm) and fill each one about ¾ full with the batter, using roughly 95g of the mixture for each mold. -
Bake the Financial Cakes:
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) for a static oven, or 150°C (300°F) for a fan-assisted oven. Bake the cakes for 25 minutes (or 15 minutes if using a fan oven) until golden brown and set. Once baked, allow the cakes to cool slightly before removing them from the molds. Let them cool completely on a wire rack. -
Prepare the Whipped Cream:
To make the whipped cream, ensure both the cream and your mixing tools are cold. Place them in the fridge for a few minutes before starting. Pour the chilled cream into a mixing bowl and whip until stiff peaks form. -
Assemble the Cakes:
Once the financial cakes have cooled completely, use a small knife to cut a vertical slit along the length of each cake, ensuring you do not cut all the way through to the bottom. Carefully open the cakes and fill them with whipped cream. Be sure to cover the slit, giving a smooth and professional finish. -
Finishing Touches:
For an extra touch of elegance, sprinkle the sliced almonds on top of the cakes or garnish as desired. -
Serve and Enjoy:
Your delicious walnut financiers with peach jam and whipped cream are now ready to serve. Enjoy them fresh, or store them in an airtight container for later indulgence.
These financiers combine a delicate, buttery texture with the nutty flavor of walnuts, complemented by the sweetness of peach jam and the richness of whipped cream—an irresistible treat for any occasion.
