How to Make Pistachio-Chocolate Friands - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of nutty, chocolaty treats, then you're in for a real treat with this recipe for Pistachio-Chocolate Friands. This delectable dessert combines the rich flavors of pistachios and chocolate in a light and airy cake that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a brunch, a dinner party, or just looking for a sweet treat to enjoy with a cup of coffee, these friands are sure to impress.

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Ingredients

  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing
  • ¾ cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • ¾ cup demerara sugar
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 5 large egg whites
  • ⅓ cup chopped pistachios, or more to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 friands

  • Preheat the oven to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). Grease 12 small cake moulds well with butter.
  • Melt 10 tablespoons butter in a saucepan until it becomes golden over medium-low heat. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Combine almond flour, all-purpose flour, confectioners' sugar, demerara sugar, cocoa powder, and baking powder in a bowl; stir together until well combined. Add unwhipped egg whites and mix until well combined. Add melted butter and pistachios. Pour batter into the prepared moulds.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of the friands comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes. Bon appetit!
  • Nutrition

    260 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 25mg
    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 16g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 98mg