Prepare to be transported to a world of pure culinary bliss with these irresistible Blueberry Lime Coconut Friands - the secret weapon in your baking arsenal that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These delicate, moist, and utterly addictive Australian treats are about to become your new obsession, combining the bright zestiness of lime, the sweet burst of blueberries, and the rich, nutty undertones of coconut in one perfect bite.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Australian
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond meal
- 1 cup icing sugar
- 1/2 cup desiccated coconut
- 4 large egg whites
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- Zest of 1 lime
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Thoroughly grease a 12-hole friand or muffin tin with butter, ensuring each cavity is well-coated to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the icing sugar and almond meal to remove any lumps. Add the desiccated coconut and mix thoroughly, creating a uniform dry ingredient base.
- In a separate clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until they become light and frothy. They should be slightly foamy but not forming stiff peaks.
- Gently fold the whisked egg whites into the dry ingredient mixture. Add the melted butter and lime zest, stirring carefully to maintain the mixture's airiness.
- Distribute the batter evenly among the prepared tin cavities, filling each about 3/4 full. Sprinkle fresh blueberries on top of each friand, gently pressing them slightly into the batter.
- Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes. The friands are done when they're golden brown and a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the friands cool in the tin for 10 minutes. Carefully remove them using a small offset spatula or knife, transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with additional icing sugar before serving. Best enjoyed fresh on the day of baking, ideally with a cup of tea or coffee.
Tips
- Always use room temperature egg whites for the best volume and texture.
- Be gentle when folding ingredients to maintain the airiness of the batter.
- Grease your tin meticulously to ensure easy removal of the friands.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense friands.
- Use fresh, plump blueberries for the most intense flavor.
- Let the friands cool completely before removing from the tin to prevent breaking.
- For extra elegance, use a fine-mesh sieve when dusting with icing sugar.
- These friands are best enjoyed on the day of baking, but can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 25mg
