Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
45 g

vegan butter

melted

42 g

coconut palm sugar

30 ml

coconut blossom syrup

165 g

flaked almonds

45 g

buckwheat raw sprouted

36 g

buckwheat flour

0.25 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

cinnamon

ground

1 pinch

nutmeg

freshly grated

98 g

butter raw cacao

melted

48 g

raw cacao powder

54 ml

agave syrup

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.

Step 2
~2 min

Melt vegan butter, coconut palm sugar, and syrup in a pan on medium heat, stirring constantly until it starts to bubble.

Step 3
~2 min

Remove from heat immediately after bubbling to prevent burning.

Step 4
~2 min

Cool for 3-5 minutes.

Step 5
~2 min

Add flaked almonds, raw sprouted buckwheat, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix well.

Step 6
~2 min

Add buckwheat flour and mix again to bind ingredients.

Step 7
~2 min

Pinch a small ball of mixture and flatten onto parchment paper to the size of a child's palm.

Step 8
~2 min

Repeat with remaining mixture, creating 12 Florentines on two baking trays.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~2 min

Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.

Step 10
~2 min

Cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~2 min

Carefully slide a pallet knife underneath and transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 12
~2 min

Melt raw cacao in a Bain Marie.

Step 13
~2 min

Cool for 10 minutes.

Step 14
~2 min

Add cacao powder and syrup and whisk until fully incorporated.

Step 15
~2 min

Cool for about 15 minutes until thickened slightly.

Step 16
~2 min

Dip one side of each Florentine into the chocolate mixture.

Step 17
~2 min

Place chocolate-side up on a baking tray and freeze for 20 minutes to solidify.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 18
~2 min

Store in an airtight container.

Step 19
~2 min

Enjoy with tea.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the caramel does not burn, as it will ruin the flavor.

Cooling the chocolate slightly before dipping helps it to adhere better.

For a non-vegan version, use regular butter.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cup of hot tea or coffee.

Offer as a dessert after a light meal.

Include in a gift box of homemade treats.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped coconut cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Europe

Cultural Significance

Commonly found in European bakeries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Party
Holiday
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100