Toffee Friands

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

   Tip: To prevent the toffee from spreading, chill the mixture for 10 minutes after mixing the dough and before baking.

2. 2

   Whisk together the flour, confectioner's sugar, and salt in a bowl.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the flour before mixing to remove any lumps.

3. 3

   Add the melted butter and mix until the dough resembles coarse crumbs.

   Tip: Use a pastry blender or your fingertips to mix the dough.

4. 4

   Add the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until the dough comes together in a ball.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix the dough.

5. 5

   Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a thickness of 3 mm.

   Tip: Use a rolling pin to achieve an even thickness.

7. 7

   Cut the dough into 12 equal squares.

   Tip: Use a cookie cutter or a glass to cut the squares.

8. 8

   In a saucepan, combine the heavy cream, toffee bits, and melted butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches 115°C.

   Tip: Be careful not to let the mixture boil.

9. 9

   Pour the toffee mixture into the center of each square, leaving a 1 cm border around the edges.

   Tip: Use a spatula to spread the toffee mixture evenly.

10. 10

    Fold the dough over the toffee mixture to form a triangle or a square shape. Press the edges to seal the pastry.

    Tip: Use a fork to crimp the edges.

11. 11

    Bake the friands for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

    Tip: Use a wire rack to cool the friands after baking.

12. 12

    Allow the friands to cool completely on a wire rack.