Follow these steps for perfect results
vegan butter
melted
coconut palm sugar
coconut blossom syrup
flaked almonds
buckwheat raw sprouted
buckwheat flour
salt
cinnamon
ground
nutmeg
freshly grated
butter raw cacao
melted
raw cacao powder
agave syrup
Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F.
Melt vegan butter, coconut palm sugar, and syrup in a pan on medium heat, stirring constantly until it starts to bubble.
Remove from heat immediately after bubbling to prevent burning.
Cool for 3-5 minutes.
Add flaked almonds, raw sprouted buckwheat, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg; mix well.
Add buckwheat flour and mix again to bind ingredients.
Pinch a small ball of mixture and flatten onto parchment paper to the size of a child's palm.
Repeat with remaining mixture, creating 12 Florentines on two baking trays.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden.
Cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.
Carefully slide a pallet knife underneath and transfer to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
Melt raw cacao in a Bain Marie.
Cool for 10 minutes.
Add cacao powder and syrup and whisk until fully incorporated.
Cool for about 15 minutes until thickened slightly.
Dip one side of each Florentine into the chocolate mixture.
Place chocolate-side up on a baking tray and freeze for 20 minutes to solidify.
Store in an airtight container.
Enjoy with tea.
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.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day ahead.
Arrange Florentines artfully on a plate, dusted with cacao powder.
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.
Complements the chocolate and nutty flavors.
A sweet dessert wine pairs well with the chocolate.
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Commonly found in European bakeries.
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