
Brown Butter Palmiers
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These brown butter palmiers are absolutely my go to when I want something that feels fancy but comes together in under an hour. The nutty, caramelized flavor from browning the butter transforms what could be ordinary into something really special, and honestly, the whole process is so simple. Brown butter is packed with beneficial compounds that develop during the cooking process, giving you deeper flavor without any extra effort. What I love most is how quickly they bake and how few ingredients you actually need, making them perfect for a weeknight treat or last minute entertaining.
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Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 100breadcrumbs
- 100granulated sugar
- 150brown butter
- 2eggs
- 50 mlmilk
- 50unsalted butter
- 5 gsalt
- 250palmiers
- 1 gcinnamon
- ½ gnutmeg
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180\u00b0C. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Tip: Use a silicone mat for easier cleanup.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, breadcrumbs, and granulated sugar.
Tip: Use a whisk attachment for the best results.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown butter, eggs, and milk.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add the unsalted butter and whisk until well combined.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 5
Add the salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
- 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.
- 7
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1cm. Cut into palmier strips.
Tip: Try to cut the palmiers as evenly as possible.
- 8
Place the palmiers on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1cm of space between each palmier.
Tip: Brush the palmiers with a little extra brown butter for extra flavor.
- 9
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the palmiers are golden brown.
Tip: Keep an eye on them, as they can burn quickly.
- 10
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
Tip: Serve warm, or let cool completely and store in an airtight container.
- 11
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tip: Perfect as a snack or side dish.
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