Best 2 Almond Coconut Mini Cakes Recipes
Indulge your sweet cravings with our delightful Almond Coconut Mini Cakes, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. These bite-sized treats are a perfect blend of almond and coconut, offering a moist and fluffy crumb with a delicate hint of sweetness. Each cake is adorned with a luscious cream cheese frosting, adding a creamy and tangy balance to the overall flavor profile. Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply seeking a sweet treat to enjoy, these mini cakes are sure to impress. Discover the culinary journey that awaits, as we guide you through the simple steps to create these delectable morsels from scratch.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
GLAZED ALMOND MINI CAKES
When my husband and I honeymooned in Austria, there were little pink rum cakes that caught my eye in every bakery we'd visit, they were so pretty! When I got back I created this version inspired by them, swapping out the traditional Rum soak for an almond soak!
Provided by Molly Yeh
Categories dessert
Time 40m
Yield 16 two-in square cakes
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Set an oven rack in the middle position. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease the bottom of an 8-by-12 inch metal baking pan and line the bottom with parchment. Then grease and flour the bottom and sides of the pan. Set aside.
- For the cake: sift together the flour and baking powder. Add the salt and stir to combine.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, add 1 cup of butter and sugar and beat on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, 2 to 3 minutes. Using a rubber spatula, scrape the bottom and sides of the bowl, as needed. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating on medium speed and scraping down the sides of the bowl between additions. Add the vanilla and almond extracts and beat to combine. On low speed, mix in half of the flour mixture, then mix in the milk. Mix in remaining flour mixture until just combined. Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake until a tester comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool slightly, then unmold and cool completely.
- To make the cake filling, using a serrated knife, cut the cake into an 8x8-inch square. Set aside. Crumble the portion of the cake that was removed and reserve 2 1/2 cups. Add the remainder of the cake crumbs to a large mixing bowl along with the remaining 1/4 cup melted butter, jam and almonds. Mix well (your hands are the best tool here) to make a spreadable filling.
- To assemble the cake, use a serrated knife to split the cake crosswise into 2 halves. Arrange both halves so they're facing cut-side up. Brush the cake with about 2/3 of the cooled almond syrup. With a small offset spatula, gently spread the jammy filling over the entire bottom half of the cake and top with the top half of the cake, cut side down. Press gently to adhere. Flip the cake so the flat bottom is now facing up, to create a flat top. Freeze the cake until firm, 1 hour.
- With a serrated knife, cut off the rough sides on the frozen cake and cut into 16 squares. Set the cake on a cooling rack over a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Coat the cakes 1 at a time by pouring the icing around the edges and letting it drip down to coat the sides, then fill in the top. (Set the bowl over hot water and stir if it begins to thicken before you are done.) Top with sprinkles or non pareils before the icing begins to set.
- Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over low heat and cook to dissolve the sugar, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the almond extract and stir to combine. Cool completely.
- Melt the chocolate chips or candy melts in a double boiler and stir until smooth.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, add the confectioner's sugar, corn syrup, hot water and vanilla. Mix on low speed until smooth. Add the melted chocolate and continue to mix to make a very smooth, pourable icing, about the consistency of molasses. Add food coloring as desired.
TOASTED ALMOND-COCONUT FINANCIERS
These simple, French-style cookie-cakes are usually baked in special rectangular molds to resemble little bars of gold. In her book "Paris Sweets" (Clarkson Potter, 2012), Dorie Greenspan makes the process easier by baking them in mini-muffin tins, and the method works beautifully. They bake up soft and chewy, into perfect two-bite-size treats. This recipe uses toasted almond flour, which deepens the flavor. A dip in melted bittersweet chocolate gives the financiers a polished look and balances out their sweetness. This recipe makes 12, but easily doubles for a crowd.
Provided by Samantha Seneviratne
Categories snack, cakes, cookies and bars, finger foods, dessert
Time 40m
Yield 12 financiers
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 12-cup mini-muffin tin.
- On a rimmed baking sheet, spread out the coconut and almond flour, side by side. Toast until both are lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring halfway through and keeping a close watch at the end. Transfer to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
- Use your fingertips to grind the coconut with the almond flour to break it down into small pieces. Add the sugar, flour and salt, and whisk to combine.
- Whisk in the egg whites and almond extract, then the melted butter.
- Divide the batter evenly among the greased cups. (A small cookie scoop makes easy work of this task.) Tap the pan on the countertop to smooth the tops.
- Bake until the cakes spring back when pressed gently in the center, 18 to 20 minutes. Pop them out of the tin, using a small offset spatula or knife to loosen the edges if needed, and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Melt the chocolate and oil together in a small bowl in short, 10-second bursts in the microwave, stirring between each. (Alternatively, melt the chocolate and oil over a double boiler on the stove.)
- Dip half of each financier in the chocolate and set on a rack until set, at least 30 minutes.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate instead of semi-sweet chocolate.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Be sure to grease and flour your muffin tins well to prevent the cakes from sticking.
- Bake the cakes until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This will take about 20-25 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool completely before frosting them.
- For a smooth and creamy frosting, be sure to beat the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy before adding the powdered sugar.
- If you want a thicker frosting, add more powdered sugar. If you want a thinner frosting, add more milk.
- Store the frosted cakes in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These almond coconut mini cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their moist and fluffy texture, rich chocolate flavor, and creamy frosting, these cakes are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these almond coconut mini cakes a try! You won't be disappointed.
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