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Delicious Strawberry Friands Recipe

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Delicious Strawberry Friands are delicate almond-flavored French cakes with a moist texture, topped with fresh strawberries. These friands are perfect as a light dessert or an elegant tea-time treat. The combination of almond powder, honey, and fresh fruit creates a naturally sweet and nutty flavor, complemented by a fluffy whipped cream topping.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup All-purpose flour (Swap with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free recipe.)
  • 1 cup Almond powder (Finely ground pecans or hazelnuts work as substitutes.)
  • 1 cup Icing sugar (Use granulated sugar if necessary, but it may change the friand’s creaminess.)

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 large Egg whites (Aquafaba can be used as a vegan alternative.)
  • 100 g Salted butter (Substitute with unsalted butter and add a pinch of salt if desired.)
  • 1/4 cup Honey (Try maple syrup for a vegan option.)
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest (Substitute with orange zest for a fruity twist.)

Toppings

  • 1 cup Fresh strawberries (Experiment with peaches or nectarines for a different fruit profile.)
  • 1 cup Whipped cream (Consider flavored whipped cream for extra flair!)
  • 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (Perfect for a special occasion!)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F). Butter 12 muffin tins thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of friands after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the almond powder, icing sugar, and all-purpose flour to combine evenly and aerate the mixture for a light texture.
  3. Beat Egg Whites: Using a hand mixer or whisk, beat the egg whites in a separate clean bowl until they are foamy. They should be light and frothy but not forming stiff peaks at this stage.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Slowly add the foamy egg whites, melted butter, honey, and lemon zest to the dry ingredient mix. Gently fold everything together until just combined, being careful not to deflate the egg whites too much.
  5. Fill Muffin Tins: Evenly divide the batter among the prepared muffin tins. Top each friand with fresh strawberry pieces, pressing them lightly into the batter.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin tins in the preheated oven and bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the friands are lightly golden on top. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Remove the friands from the oven and let them cool in the tins for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Once cooled, top with whipped cream and dust with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour instead of regular flour.
  • To make vegan friands, replace egg whites with aquafaba and honey with maple syrup.
  • Ensure the egg whites are beaten until just foamy to maintain the delicate texture.
  • Do not overmix the batter after combining wet and dry ingredients to keep friands light and fluffy.
  • Fresh fruit toppings can be varied; try peaches or nectarines for different tastes.
  • Store leftover friands in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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