Florentines

Vegetarian
Health score
15%
Florentines
595 min.
5
618kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of Florentines, a classic dessert that beautifully marries the rich flavors of chocolate with the zesty brightness of candied orange peel. Perfect for those who appreciate a sweet treat that is both elegant and satisfying, these cookies are a true labor of love. With a preparation time of nearly 10 hours, the anticipation only adds to the excitement of enjoying these delectable bites.

Florentines are not just any cookies; they are a celebration of textures and flavors. The combination of slivered almonds and finely chopped candied orange peel creates a unique crunch and a burst of citrusy sweetness that will tantalize your taste buds. Each cookie is delicately baked to a golden perfection, providing a light and airy base that pairs wonderfully with the rich, velvety chocolate topping.

Whether you're hosting a gathering, looking for a special dessert to impress your loved ones, or simply treating yourself, these Florentines are sure to be a hit. Their vegetarian-friendly ingredients make them a guilt-free indulgence, and the stunning presentation will leave everyone in awe. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dessert that is as beautiful as it is delicious!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup whipping cream (heavy)
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • 0.5 cup slivered almonds 
  • 0.5 pound candied orange peel very finely chopped
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • ounces baker's chocolate sweet

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • knife
  • wire rack
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Generously grease and flour cookie sheet.
  2. Stir whipping cream and sugar together until well blended. Stir in almonds, orange peel and flour. Dough will be very thin.
  3. Drop by scant teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet. Flatten with knife or spatula.
  4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or just until cookies brown lightly around edges. Cool 5 minutes; remove from cookie sheet. Cool on wire rack.
  5. Melt chocolate bars over low heat. Turn cookies over; spread with chocolate. Allow to dry 8 hours at room temperature or until chocolate becomes firm. Store in covered container or in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories618kcal
Protein5.73%
Fat54.52%
Carbs39.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.02
Glycemic Load
10.53
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.583478199399%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.27mg
Catechin
29.32mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
64.4mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.29mg
Kaempferol
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:618.47kcal
30.92%
Fat:42.13g
64.81%
Saturated Fat:23.31g
145.69%
Carbohydrates:69.12g
23.04%
Net Carbohydrates:59.35g
21.58%
Sugar:48.53g
53.92%
Cholesterol:40.34mg
13.45%
Sodium:65.31mg
2.84%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:36.29mg
12.1%
Protein:9.95g
19.91%
Manganese:2.23mg
111.53%
Copper:1.6mg
80.22%
Iron:8.7mg
48.34%
Magnesium:183.17mg
45.79%
Fiber:9.77g
39.1%
Zinc:4.86mg
32.39%
Phosphorus:263.11mg
26.31%
Vitamin E:3.3mg
21.98%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.79%
Potassium:521.85mg
14.91%
Selenium:7.64µg
10.91%
Calcium:107.63mg
10.76%
Vitamin A:533.52IU
10.67%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.67%
Folate:30.32µg
7.58%
Vitamin B3:1.4mg
6.99%
Vitamin K:5.7µg
5.43%
Vitamin D:0.57µg
3.81%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.45%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
2.11%