Dark Chocolate Friands

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: Use a parchment paper that is large enough to accommodate the friands.

2. 2

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

   Tip: Whisk until the ingredients are well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine the dark chocolate, unsalted butter, and freshly ground coffee beans. Melt the chocolate and butter in the microwave or in a double boiler.

   Tip: Stir the mixture until it is smooth and glossy.

4. 4

   Add the eggs one at a time, whisking well after each addition.

   Tip: Whisk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

5. 5

   Whisk in the vanilla extract.

   Tip: Use a small amount of vanilla extract to avoid overpowering the dish.

6. 6

   Gradually add the flour mixture to the chocolate mixture, whisking until just combined.

   Tip: Avoid overmixing the batter.

7. 7

   Pour the batter into a piping bag fitted with a large round tip.

   Tip: Use a piping bag to create uniform friands.

8. 8

   Pipe the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the friands about 2.5 cm apart.

   Tip: Use a steady hand to create uniform friands.

9. 9

   Bake the friands for 15-20 minutes, or until they are firm to the touch.

   Tip: Check the friands frequently to avoid overcooking.

10. 10

    Allow the friands to cool in the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

    Tip: Cool the friands completely before glazing.

11. 11

    To glaze the friands, melt the confectioner's sugar and milk in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth.

    Tip: Use a small amount of milk to avoid a too-thin glaze.

12. 12

    Drizzle the glaze over the cooled friands and sprinkle with fleur de sel.

    Tip: Use a small amount of fleur de sel to avoid overpowering the dish.