Moroccan-Inspired Florentines

Ingredients

While the original Italian Florentines are traditionally made with butter, sugar, and honey, our Moroccan adaptation incorporates the use of fragrant orange blossom water and aromatic spices like cinnamon and cardamom. These additions infuse the Florentines with the distinct flavors of Moroccan cuisine, 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
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
• 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) orange blossom water 2 tablespoons (30ml) orange blossom water
• 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter 1 tablespoon (15g) unsalted butter
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• Zest of 1 orange Zest of 1 orange
• 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour 1/4 cup (30g) all-purpose flour

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 120 kcal / 502 KJ
• Fat: 7g (1g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 13g (9g sugars)
• Protein: 2g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.01g

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 honey, sugar, orange blossom water, butter, cinnamon, cardamom, and orange zest. Heat over medium heat until the mixture is melted and well combined.
3. 3.
   Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the sliced almonds and flour until fully coated.
4. 4.
   Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each Florentine as they will spread during baking.
5. 5.
   Flatten each spoonful of mixture slightly with the back of a spoon.
6. 6.
   Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. 7.
   Remove from the oven and let the Florentines cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use sliced almonds for this recipe as they provide the perfect texture and crunch to the Florentines.
• Orange blossom water — Look for high-quality orange blossom water to ensure a fragrant and authentic Moroccan flavor in your Florentines.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can drizzle melted dark chocolate over the cooled Florentines.
• If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the mixture.
• Store the Florentines in an airtight container to maintain their crispness.

Serving advice

Serve these Moroccan-Inspired Florentines as a delightful accompaniment to a cup of Moroccan mint tea or as a sweet treat after a Moroccan-inspired meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Florentines on a beautiful Moroccan-inspired platter, garnished with a sprinkle of powdered sugar and a few orange zest curls for an elegant touch.