Petit Fours recipe
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Petit Fours

Discover how to make Petit Fours. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

35

Prep Time

25

Cook Time

60

Total Time

24

Servings

⏱ Cooking Timer

25:00

Minutes : Seconds

minutes

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Discover how to make Petit Fours. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Petit Fours - Step 2

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Step 1

1. Trim the edges of the cooled cake to create clean, even sides. Cut the cake horizontally into two equal layers.

2

Step 2

2. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the bottom layer, leaving a small border around the edges.

3

Step 3

3. Brush the warmed apricot jam over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.

4

Step 4

4. Place the top cake layer over the jam and press gently to adhere. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

5

Step 5

5. Using a sharp knife, cut the assembled cake into 1½-inch (4 cm) squares. Wipe the knife between cuts for clean edges.

6

Step 6

6. Place the petit fours on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Pour the warm chocolate icing over each piece, coating completely and allowing excess to drip off.

7

Step 7

7. Let the icing set at room temperature for about 20 minutes, or until firm to the touch.

8

Step 8

8. Transfer the petit fours to a serving platter and dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.

Petit Fours - Step 3

You Must Know

  • For perfectly smooth icing, maintain the chocolate at 90°F (32°C) while coating.
  • Chill the cake layers before cutting to prevent crumbling and ensure clean edges.
  • Use a squeeze bottle for precise icing application on intricate designs.

Chef's Notes

For perfectly smooth icing, maintain the chocolate at 90°F (32°C) while coating.

Chill the cake layers before cutting to prevent crumbling and ensure clean edges.

Use a squeeze bottle for precise icing application on intricate designs.

Serving Suggestions

Serve these elegant petit fours alongside espresso, tea, or dessert wine. They're ideal for afternoon tea, wedding receptions, or as part of a dessert buffet.

Nutritional Info (Per Serving)

180

Calories

2g

Protein

24g

Carbs

9g

Fat

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Petit Fours

Discover how to make Petit Fours. A delicious recipe with detailed instructions.

Servings:24
Prep:35 min
Cook:25 min

Ingredients (5)

1 (9×13-inch / 23×33 cm) sponge cake or pound cake (1–1¼ lb / 450–550 g), cooled completely
⅓ cup (about 110 g) apricot jam, warmed and strained
4 oz (115 g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
2 cups (about 240 g) chocolate icing or poured fondant, melted and kept warm
¼ cup (30 g) powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim the edges of the cooled cake to create clean, even sides. Cut the cake horizontally into two equal layers.
  2. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the bottom layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
  3. Brush the warmed apricot jam over the cream cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
  4. Place the top cake layer over the jam and press gently to adhere. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.
  5. Using a sharp knife, cut the assembled cake into 1½-inch (4 cm) squares. Wipe the knife between cuts for clean edges.
  6. Place the petit fours on a wire rack set over a baking sheet. Pour the warm chocolate icing over each piece, coating completely and allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Let the icing set at room temperature for about 20 minutes, or until firm to the touch.
  8. Transfer the petit fours to a serving platter and dust lightly with powdered sugar if desired.

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