Soplillos with Almond Cream

Ingredients

• 4 egg whites 4 egg whites
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour 1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup (50g) ground almonds 1/2 cup (50g) ground almonds
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar 1/4 cup (30g) powdered sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon almond extract 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 180 kcal / 753 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 9g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 22g, 18g
• Protein: 3g
• Fiber: 1g
• Salt: 0.1g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until frothy. Gradually add the granulated sugar while continuing to whisk until stiff peaks form.
3. 3.
   Gently fold in the vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and ground almonds until well combined.
4. 4.
   Spoon the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming small mounds of about 2 inches in diameter.
5. 5.
   Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the soplillos are golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
6. 6.
   In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and almond extract until soft peaks form.
7. 7.
   Once the soplillos have cooled, carefully split them in half horizontally. Spoon a dollop of almond cream onto the bottom half of each soplillo and place the top half back on.
8. 8.
   Serve the soplillos with almond cream as a delightful dessert or snack.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Almonds — Make sure to use ground almonds for a smooth and creamy almond cream filling.
• Egg whites — Ensure that there are no traces of egg yolk in the egg whites, as this can prevent them from reaching stiff peaks.

Tips & Tricks

• To achieve the perfect crispy texture, make sure the soplillos are baked until golden brown.
• For a variation, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon to the almond cream for a warm and aromatic flavor.
• If you prefer a sweeter almond cream, increase the amount of powdered sugar to your taste.
• Store the soplillos in an airtight container to maintain their crispiness.
• Serve the soplillos with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.

Serving advice

Serve the Soplillos with Almond Cream as a delightful dessert or enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea for a sweet afternoon treat.

Presentation advice

Arrange the soplillos on a serving platter, dust them with powdered sugar, and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint for an elegant presentation.