Chilli Chocolate Friands

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

4. 4

   Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

6. 6

   In a separate bowl, melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 30-second increments, stirring between each interval.

7. 7

   Stir in the chilli flakes, coconut oil, and cocoa powder.

8. 8

   Add the melted chocolate to the dough and mix until combined.

9. 9

   Spoon the dough into a piping bag fitted with a round tip.

10. 10

    Pipe the dough into small, round balls onto the prepared baking sheet.

11. 11

    Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

13. 13

    Transfer the friands to a wire rack to cool completely.

14. 14

    To make the chilli glaze, whisk together the coconut milk and chilli sauce in a small bowl.

    Tip: Optional: add a few dashes of red pepper flakes for extra heat