Gardne Financier Recipe
cardamom cream, rose ganache, almond poached cherry
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Ingredients
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Financier Batter
Cardamom Cream
Rose Ganache
Almond Poached Cherry
Method
Financier Batter
- 1
Prepare the Batter
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix almond flour, all-purpose flour, and powdered sugar. In a saucepan, melt the butter until it turns golden brown. Whisk together egg whites and vanilla extract in a separate bowl until frothy. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then add the brown butter. Mix until smooth.
- 2
Bake
Pour the batter into greased financier molds (or mini loaf pans). Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool.
Cardamom Cream
- 3
Make the Cream
In a bowl, whip heavy cream with sugar, ground cardamom, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Rose Ganache
- 4
Prepare the Ganache
Chop dark chocolate and place in a bowl. Heat heavy cream until just boiling and pour over the chocolate. Let sit for 2 minutes, then stir until smooth. Add rose water and mix well. Allow to cool and thicken.

