Mary Berry Florentines

Mary Berry’s Florentines are made with butter, demerara sugar, golden syrup, all-purpose flour, glacé cherries, currants, and chopped nuts. This delicious Florentines recipe creates a tasty treat that takes about 25 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 24 people.

This Florentines Recipe Is From Fast Cakes Cookbook by Mary Berry

Mary Berry Florentines Ingredients

For the Florentines:

• 4 tbsp (2 oz/55g) butter
• ¼ cup (2 oz/50g) demerara sugar
• 2¾ tbsp (2 oz/55g) golden syrup (available online)
• ½ cup (2 oz/50g) all-purpose flour
• 4 glacé cherries, finely chopped
• ⅓ cup (1.8 oz/50g) currants
• ⅔ cup (2 oz/55g) chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts)

For the Topping:

6 oz (175g) bittersweet or semisweet chocolate, melted

How To Make Mary Berry Florentines

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (Convection 320°F) and line three large baking sheets with nonstick baking paper or silicone sheets. You can bake in batches if needed.
2. Prepare Mixture: In a small pan, combine the butter, demerara sugar, and golden syrup. Heat gently until the butter melts and the mixture is well combined.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, mix together the flour, glacé cherries, currants, and chopped nuts. Pour the melted butter mixture over these dry ingredients and stir until thoroughly mixed.
4. Shape and Bake: Spoon teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them well apart as they will spread. Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown.
5. Cool and Lift: Allow the Florentines to cool slightly before lifting them off the baking sheets with an offset spatula. If they become too cool and hard to lift, briefly warm them in the oven for a minute to make lifting easier. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
6. Add Chocolate Topping: Once cooled, spread a little melted chocolate over the flat base of each Florentine. Use a fork to create a zigzag pattern in the chocolate. Let the chocolate set with the Florentines chocolate-side up on the wire rack.
7. Store: Store the Florentines in an airtight container.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t Overcrowd the Baking Sheets: Make sure to space the spoonfuls of mixture well apart on the baking sheets. This allows the Florentines to spread out properly without sticking together.
• Watch the Baking Time: Keep an eye on the Florentines as they bake. They should be golden brown but not too dark, as they can burn quickly.
• Move Carefully: Let the Florentines cool just enough to lift them off the baking sheets easily. If they become too cool, briefly warm them in the oven to make lifting easier.
• Use an Offset Spatula: Use an offset spatula for lifting the Florentines from the baking sheets. This helps prevent breaking and makes the process smoother.
• Let the Chocolate Set Properly: Allow the melted chocolate to set completely on the Florentines before storing them. This helps keep the chocolate from smudging and keeps the treats looking neat.

What To Serve With Florentines?

These sweet Florentines pair well with a cup of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate. They also go nicely with a light fruit salad or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious treat.

How To Store Leftovers Florentines?

• Refrigerate: Cool the leftovers florentines to room temperature before placing them in an airtight container. Store them at room temperature for up to 1 week.
• Freeze: You can freeze leftovers florentines for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature for a few hours before serving.

Mary Berry Florentines Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 Florentine (approximately 25g)

• Calories: 115
• Total Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 20mg
• Potassium: 70mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 12g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 2g

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