Financier with Coconut, Meringue and Currants Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup grated coconut
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 5 large egg whites, beaten
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup dried currants
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a Financier pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, grated coconut, white sugar and powdered sugar. Mix well.
3. Add beaten egg whites and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Mix well until just combined.
4. Spoon melted butter into the mixture and stir until smooth. Be careful not to overmix as it can make the mixture too dense.
5. Fold in the dried currants and sliced almonds.
6. Spoon the batter into the financier pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
7. Bake for about 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the financiers cool in the pan for around 10 minutes before turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream on top.

Verdict:

This Financier with Coconut, Meringue and Currants recipe is an excellent dessert or snack that is rich, buttery, and has a balanced sweetness from the dried currants and powdered sugar. The texture is fluffy and slightly crunchy and can be served warm or cold. It is perfect for afternoon tea or as an elegant dinner party dessert.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve each financier on a small plate along with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and a few fresh raspberries. Alternatively, they can be served on their own with a dusting of powdered sugar and a drizzle of coconut syrup.