Salted Chocolate Petits Fours
Prep
15 mins
Cook
30 mins
Servings
12
Difficulty
Easy
These salted chocolate petits fours are my go to when I want something fancy but don't have all day. They come together in just forty five minutes total, making them perfect for unexpected guests or a simple weeknight treat. Dark chocolate is absolutely wonderful for you, packed with antioxidants that support heart health, and it pairs beautifully with the flaky sea salt that brings out its depth. The recipe is straightforward enough that even a beginner baker will have success, yet the elegant presentation makes it feel like you've spent hours in the kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 400 gdark chocolate
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 150 gall-purpose flour
- 100 gunsalted butter
- 1 nullsalt
- 2 nulleggs
- 1 nullvanilla extract
- 1 nullespresso powder
- 1 nullflaky sea salt
Detail level
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, melt the chocolate, sugar, and butter over low heat, stirring occasionally.
Tip: Be patient for a smooth, glossy finish.
- 3
Remove from heat and stir in the flour until combined.
- 4
Stir in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla and espresso extract.
Tip: Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed for an even mix.
- 5
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a small round tip.
- 6
Pipe small, round circles onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch (2.5 cm) between each petit four.
Tip: Tap the baking sheet gently to remove any air bubbles.
- 7
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
- 8
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with granulated sugar while still warm.
Tip: Let cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.
- 9
Dust with additional flaky sea salt, if desired.
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