Lemon curd friands
Discover a delectable recipe for Lemon Curd Friands – delicate and moist cakes bursting with zesty lemon flavors. Made with a perfect blend of all-purpose wheat flour, ground almonds, egg whites, and rich butter, these friands are topped with fragrant lemon zest for a citrusy twist. Perfect for any dessert occasion!
- 16 Mar 2025
- Cook time 20 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 8 Servings
- 5 Ingredients
Lemon curd friands are a delightful treat perfect for any occasion. These delicate, almond-based cakes are light, moist, and bursting with the fresh, zesty flavor of lemon. Friands are similar to financiers, a French pastry, but typically have a higher proportion of almond meal which makes them extra rich and nutty. Let's dive into how to create these delightful treats!
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Start by finely grinding the almonds. You can use a food processor to achieve a fine almond meal texture. Set aside.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a friand or muffin tin to prevent the friands from sticking.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking until the butter turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma. Be careful not to burn it. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and the finely ground almonds. Mix well to ensure they are evenly distributed.
- In a separate bowl, lightly whisk the egg whites until they are just frothy. They do not need to be whipped to stiff peaks.
- Slowly pour the cooled browned butter into the frothy egg whites, stirring continuously to incorporate. Add the lemon zest to this mixture.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the bowl of dry ingredients, folding gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Evenly distribute the batter into the prepared friand or muffin tin. Fill each cavity about 2/3 full, as the friands will rise slightly during baking.
- Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the friands are golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the tin from the oven and allow the friands to cool in the tin for about 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips:
- Use fresh lemons for the zest to ensure a bright, tangy flavor.
- Ensure the egg whites are at room temperature before beating them to achieve optimal volume.
- Gently fold the ingredients together to maintain the airy texture of the friands.
- If you don't have almond meal, you can make your own by finely grinding blanched almonds.
- Use a non-stick friand or muffin tin and lightly grease it to prevent the friands from sticking.
- Allow the friands to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
With their light texture and rich almond flavor, lemon curd friands are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. Enjoy these delightful cakes on their own or with a dollop of fresh lemon curd for an extra burst of citrusy goodness. They are perfect for afternoon tea, dessert, or simply as a sweet treat anytime you want a taste of something special.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 77 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 330kcal | 17% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 7g | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 10g | 3% |
| Fiber 2.11g | 6% |
| Sugar 0.98g | 1% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 30g | 36% |
| Saturated 13g | 44% |
| Cholesterol 66mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 210ug | 23% |
| Choline 14mg | 3% |
| Vitamin B1 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B2 0.25mg | 19% |
| Vitamin B3 0.69mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B6 0.03mg | 2% |
| Vitamin B9 11ug | 3% |
| Vitamin B12 0.02ug | 1% |
| Vitamin C 0.00mg | 0% |
| Vitamin E 3.85mg | 26% |
| Vitamin K 1.95ug | 2% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 50mg | 4% |
| Copper, Cu 0.18mg | 20% |
| Iron, Fe 0.68mg | 6% |
| Magnesium, Mg 45mg | 11% |
| Phosphorus, P 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 160mg | 5% |
| Selenium, Se 6ug | 11% |
| Sodium, Na 36mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.58mg | 5% |
| Water | |
| Water 24g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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