How To Prepare A Delightful Raspberry & Pistachio Friands

This recipe introduces a delightful combination of flavors, blending the sweetness of raspberries with the rich, nutty taste of pistachios. These friands offer a perfect balance of tartness and richness, making them an ideal treat for any indulgent afternoon. I’ll guide you through each step, ensuring simplicity and clarity, so you can easily recreate these delectable cakes. Once you try them, you’ll be convinced of their irresistible charm.

Prep time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 25 minutes | Makes: 12 friands

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup ground pistachios (75g)
• ¾ cup ground almonds (85g)
• ¾ cup all-purpose flour (85g)
• 1 ¼ cups icing sugar, plus extra for dusting (200g)
• 5 large free-range egg whites
• 7 tbsp unsalted butter (200g)
• 24 fresh raspberries
• ¼ cup shelled pistachios, roughly chopped (25g)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a friand tin with butter.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pistachios, ground almonds, flour, and icing sugar.
3. Lightly whisk the egg whites in a separate bowl, then pour them into the dry ingredients mixture. Mix until well combined.
4. Melt the butter in a small pan, then stir it into the friand batter until fully incorporated.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared friand tin, filling each mold about three-quarters full.
6. Place two raspberries on top of each friand batter-filled mold and scatter the chopped pistachios over them.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the friands to cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Dust the cooled friands with a little icing sugar just before serving.

How to Serve:

Enjoy these delightful raspberry and pistachio friands as a sweet treat alongside your favorite hot beverage or as a delightful dessert after a meal.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 235
• Total Fat: 13g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 20mg
• Sodium: 25mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 27g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 17g
• Protein: 4g

Indulge in the irresistible combination of raspberries and pistachios with these delectable friands. They’re sure to be a hit at any gathering or as a special treat for yourself.