Praline Fairy Cakes
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
6
Difficulty
Easy
These delightful Praline Fairy Cakes have become my go to treat whenever I need something special but don't have much time. The whole process takes less than an hour from start to finish, making them perfect for busy weekends or last minute gatherings. What I love most is how the praline syrup creates this gorgeous sweet flavor throughout, while the almonds add a lovely crunch and a boost of protein and healthy fats. They're also incredibly budget friendly since most people have these basic ingredients on hand. The small batch means you won't end up with mountains of leftovers, and honestly, they taste even better the next day when the flavors really settle in.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 200granulated sugar
- 120unsalted butter
- 2large eggs
- 120praline syrup
- 5salt
- 5baking powder
- 120unsalted almonds
- 1vanilla extract
- 50icing sugar
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350ºfF). Grease six fairy cake moulds and line the base with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.
- 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the butter, eggs, praline syrup, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 5
Fold in the almonds.
- 6
Divide the mixture evenly among the moulds.
- 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre of a cake comes out clean.
- 8
Allow the cakes to cool in the moulds for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 9
To make the praline glaze, melt the icing sugar in a small saucepan over low heat.
Tip: Stir constantly until the glaze is smooth and syrupy.
- 10
Remove from the heat and stir in the almonds.
Tip: Allow the glaze to cool and thicken before drizzling over the cooled cakes.
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