How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for Vegan Florentines?

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cups vegan butter, 1/3 cups demarara sugar, 1/2 cups flaked blanched almonds, 1/3 cups pistachios, shelled, and more.

Is Vegan Florentines suitable as vegetarian?

Yes, Vegan Florentines falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover Vegan Florentines?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Vegan Florentines Recipe

Name: Vegan Florentines
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cups vegan butter; 1/3 cups demarara sugar; 1/2 cups flaked blanched almonds; 1/3 cups pistachios, shelled; 1/2 cups chopped dried figs; 1/4 cups candied mixed peel; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 11/2 tablespoons plain white flour (aka all-purpose); 1 pinch table salt; 7 ounces dark chocolate - I used 76% cocoa solids (vegans: check to see if it contains milk)

Vegan Florentines

Eats Now Editorial Team · 616 kcal · Vegetarian

1
Preheat the oven to 180u00b0C/355u00b0F. Line two baking trays, preferably rimless, with greased baking parchment.
2
In a dry, small frying pan, toast the almond flakes over a medium heat until slightly brown. Roughly chop the pistachios.
3
Melt the vegan butter and sugar over a low-medium heat, stirring carefully, until the butter has melted and sugar dissolved.
4
Put the flaked almonds, pistachios, orange zest, candied peel and dried figs in a bowl. Evenly seive the flour over them and add the salt. Stir this mixture into the melted butter and sugar, making sure everything is coated.
5
Turn the hob down to the lowest setting. Spoon about a tablespoon of the mixture onto the greased baking parchment. Using your hands, shape it into a circle and flatten it as much as you can without seeing too many holes. Leave space in between each florentine as they expand quite a lot.
6
Bake for 5 minutes and remove from the oven. If they don't look quite golden brown, leave them in for 1 or 2 more minutes.
7
Let the florentines cool on their trays for 7 minutes. Carefully take the parchment paper with the florentines off of the baking tray and on to a wire rack. Gently push each florentine on to the wire rack while pulling away the parchment paper in the opposite direction. If they are still too warm and break apart when trying to move them, leave for a few more minutes.
8
Leave until they're completely cool.
9
Break up the chocolate and put it in a heatproof bowl. Pour an inch of water into a saucepan and bring to a boil.
10
Reduce the water to a simmer and put the heatproof bowl on top of the saucepan, making sure the bowl doesn't touch the water, and stir carefully until the chocolate melts.
11
Gently flip the florentines over so they're face-down on the wired tray. Spoon about three-quarters of a tablespoon of melted chocolate on to each one and spread it with the back of the spoon.
12
When the chocolate is starting to set, use a fork to make the wavy lines (pictured) on the back of the florentines.
13
Once they're completely cool again, store in airtight tins in a cool place.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

Vegan Florentines

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