In an otherwise bad week, baking these was a bright spot. I used them as an excuse to finally purchase the mini-muffin tin I've been wanting (I have no clue why it took me so long to give in to this $16 purchase), and they came out absolutely beautifully. The last time I tried to make friands (chocolate ones) I just put the mini-muffin liners on a sheet pan (the package insisted this would work!) and they tasted good but were way too flat and did not hold their shape at all.
These held together beautifully, had a lovely crumb, and still taste great a few days after making them. They also were quick and easy, and used ingredients that I always have on hand. I definitely understand that these aren't for everybody - my husband and I are, luckily, both coconut lovers - but these are definitely something I'll be making again and again.
I loved these too! I wish I had mini liners on hand as the pan needs a scrubbing!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad these were a highlight for you. I'm glad the week is almost done myself.
ReplyDeleteHope this week goes better for you - after having a rough month, I was very glad for a reprieve the last couple of days.
ReplyDeleteYOur friands look lovely & yeah for a new pan.
These weren't one for me, but I'm glad you enjoyed them at your house. And that you had a reason to get a mini-muffin pan. I love being able to make tiny cakes (easier to indulge in smaller bites). You'll definitely get a lot of use from it.
ReplyDeleteYour friands look so pretty and moist. We also thought these were so delicious and couldn't stop eating them.
ReplyDeleteIn this case, I was glad the hubby doesn't like coconut...more for me :) Glad you enjoyed, too~
ReplyDeleteThe friands do look pretty. We enjoyed these too, and they were still good
ReplyDeleteafter a day or so. Nice photos.
Congrats on the new kitchen addition! I also had to purchase a mini-muffin pan to make these (sous chef wasn't really happy to my multiplying the kitchen family - hey those things happen, kitchen items are like rabbits) This was definitely a bright spot in the week, and lamb stew not so bright...Hope you are having a better week!
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