Hungarian Florentines

Ingredients

While the original Italian Florentines are traditionally made with pine nuts and dried fruits, our Hungarian adaptation replaces the pine nuts with almonds, adding a delightful crunch. We also infuse the Florentines with the flavors of Hungarian honey and citrus zest, giving them a unique twist. We alse have the original recipe for Florentines, so you can check it out.

• 1 cup (100g) sliced almonds 1 cup (100g) sliced almonds
• 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) Hungarian honey 1/4 cup (60ml) Hungarian honey
• 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream 1/4 cup (60ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly grated orange zest 1 tablespoon (15ml) freshly grated orange zest
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (100g) dark chocolate, melted 1/2 cup (100g) dark chocolate, melted

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 150 kcal / 628 KJ
• Fat: 9g (Saturated Fat: 3g)
• Carbohydrates: 17g (Sugars: 12g)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a saucepan, combine the sugar, honey, cream, and butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
3. 3.
   Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice, orange zest, flour, salt, and sliced almonds. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
4. 4.
   Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between each spoonful for spreading.
5. 5.
   Flatten each spoonful of mixture with the back of a spoon to create thin, round Florentines.
6. 6.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. 7.
   Remove from the oven and let the Florentines cool completely on the baking sheet.
8. 8.
   Once cooled, drizzle the melted dark chocolate over the Florentines in a decorative pattern.
9. 9.
   Allow the chocolate to set before serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use sliced almonds for the perfect texture in the Florentines.
• Hungarian honey — Opt for high-quality Hungarian honey to enhance the authentic flavors of this Hungarian dessert.
• Dark chocolate — Use a good quality dark chocolate with at least 70% cocoa for a rich and indulgent taste.

Tips & Tricks

• For a variation, you can add a teaspoon of Hungarian paprika to the Florentine mixture for a subtle spicy kick.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can sprinkle a little powdered sugar on top of the Florentines before serving.
• Store the Hungarian Florentines in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.

Serving advice

Serve these Hungarian Florentines as a delightful dessert alongside a cup of Hungarian coffee or tea. They also make a lovely addition to a dessert platter or can be enjoyed on their own as a sweet treat.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Hungarian Florentines on a decorative serving platter, drizzled with melted dark chocolate. Garnish with a sprinkle of orange zest for a pop of color.