Salted Caramel Financiers
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
These salted caramel financiers have become my go to treat whenever I want something fancy but don't have much time. The beauty of them is they're ready in under an hour from start to finish, which means you can whip up a batch on a weeknight without any fuss. I love that butter, the star ingredient here, contains butyric acid that supports gut health while adding that rich, nutty flavor we all crave. What really drew me to this recipe was how simple it is to make, just a handful of ingredients mixed together and baked. The contrast between sweet caramel and flaky sea salt on top creates something truly special, and honestly, they taste like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
Ella x
Ingredients
- 250all-purpose flour
- 150unsalted butter(softened)
- 200granulated sugar
- 2large eggs
- 50plain flour
- 10salt
- 5finely chopped sea salt
- 100caramel sauce
- 50unsalted milk
- 1vanilla extract
- flaky sea salt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a 20cm square baking tin with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, plain flour, and salt.
Tip: Use a digital scale for accuracy.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together softened butter and eggs.
Tip: Make sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl.
- 4
Gradually pour in the dry ingredients and whisk until just combined.
Tip: Avoid overmixing.
- 5
Pour in the milk and vanilla extract, and whisk until smooth.
Tip: The batter should still be slightly lumpy.
- 6
Pour the batter into the prepared baking tin.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Tip: Don't overbake.
- 8
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with flaky sea salt and finely chopped sea salt.
Tip: Let the caramel sauce cool slightly.
- 9
Drizzle the caramel sauce over the warm financiers.
Tip: Use a spatula to spread the caramel evenly.
- 10
Let cool completely in the tin before slicing and serving.
Tip: Serve with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, if desired.
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