French Apricot Almond Financier Bars

These French Apricot Almond Financier Bars are buttery, fruity and elegant. Brown butter, almond flour and fresh apricots make a moist, fragrant bake with a beautiful honey glaze.

They are perfect for afternoon tea or a special dessert, and easy to slice into bars and share.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Buttery, fruity and elegant French flavour
• Nutty brown butter with almond flour
• Fresh apricots and a honey glaze
• Easy to slice into bars and share

Instructions

1. Brown the butter. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden and nutty. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
2. Make the batter. In a bowl, whisk together the egg whites, icing sugar, almond flour, all-purpose flour, salt, vanilla and lemon zest. Stir in the cooled brown butter.
3. Add the apricots. Pour the batter into a greased financier or small loaf pan. Top with sliced apricots and sprinkle with almonds.
4. Bake. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 20-25 minutes, until golden and set. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a rack.
5. Finish and enjoy. Optional: brush with a little warm honey for a beautiful glaze. Slice into bars and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

• Brown the butter slowly and watch it closely so it turns nutty without burning.
• Let the brown butter cool slightly before stirring it into the batter.
• Use ripe but firm apricots so the slices hold their shape while baking.

Recipe Summary

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 40 minutes
• Servings: 8