Pâtisserie de Nice

Pâtisserie de Nice is a delightful gluten-free pastry inspired by the flavors of the French Riviera. This dish combines almond flour with aromatic citrus zest and a hint of lavender, creating a fragrant treat perfect for midnight indulgence.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Powdered sugar - 50 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams, melted
• Orange zest - 1 teaspoon
• Lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• Dried culinary lavender - 1 teaspoon
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, powdered sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy, then add melted butter, orange zest, lemon zest, and dried lavender, mixing until well combined.
4. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the dish for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Cut into squares or rectangles and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 7 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Almond flour is rich in vitamin E and healthy fats, promoting heart health.
• Lavender may help reduce stress and improve sleep quality.

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