Description
A financier is a small, almond-based cake with a light and airy texture, typically baked in a rectangular or oval-shaped mold. Originally created in France, financiers were named after the Parisian financiers who first adopted them as an on-the-go snack during their busy workdays. The original version of this pastry is made with ground almonds, butter, sugar, and egg whites, resulting in a rich yet delicate bite.
Ingredients
- 6.2 oz icing sugar
- 5.3 oz unsalted butter (browned)
- 5.3 oz egg whites (about 5 large)
- 3 oz ground pistachios
- 1.8 oz all-purpose flour
- ½ tbsp rose water
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: fresh raspberries for topping
Instructions
- Prep the Oven & Molds: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Butter and flour financier molds (or use silicone).
- Make Brown Butter: Melt butter until golden and nutty. Cool slightly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk icing sugar, flour, ground pistachios, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet & Dry: Add egg whites and rose water to dry mix. Stir in cooled brown butter until smooth.
- Fill & Bake: Fill molds ¾ full. Top with raspberries if using. Bake at 400°F for 3 minutes, then reduce to 350°F and bake 5–7 minutes until golden.
- Cool & Serve: Let cool in molds. Serve with raspberry sauce or dust with powdered sugar and dried rose petals.
Notes
These Pistachio & Rose Water Financiers are delicate, fragrant treats perfect for afternoon tea or gifting. Enjoy them with a cup of green tea or coffee, and for an extra touch, sprinkle with crushed pistachios or a light drizzle of rose syrup before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert / Small Cakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: Moderate
Keywords: Pistachio Financiers, Rose Water Cake, French Pistachio Cakes, Pistachio Dessert, Rose Water Desserts