Maple Florentines
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These maple Florentines are my go to when I want something special without spending hours in the kitchen. The whole recipe comes together in under an hour, and most of the ingredients are probably already sitting in your pantry. I love how the sharp cheddar plays against the subtle sweetness of the maple syrup, while the spinach keeps things nutritious and loaded with iron. They're crispy on the outside, tender within, and honestly, they're so simple to make that even a weeknight dinner can feel fancy.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 150 gcheddar cheese
- 50 mlmaple syrup
- 1 eggegg
- 100 gbutter
- 200 gspinach(fresh, chopped)
- 5 gsalt
- 2 gblack pepper
- 20 gfresh parsley
- 50 mlolive oil
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine egg, maple syrup, and butter. Mix until smooth.
Tip: Make sure to scrape the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Add chopped spinach to the egg mixture and mix until just combined.
- 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and mix until a dough forms.
Tip: Be careful not to overmix.
- 6
Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces and roll each piece into a ball.
- 7
Flatten each ball into a disk shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the florentines for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the skillet.
- 9
Transfer the florentines to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until crispy and golden brown.
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