Cannelés bordelais, the famous French pastry hailed from the region of Bordeaux, is a delicious delight that simply melts in your mouth. If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable dessert to serve to your guests, this recipe is the perfect choice for you!
Ingredients
- 500ml milk
- 125g unsalted butter
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 4 egg yolks
- 2 eggs
- 250g granulated sugar
- 200g all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons of rum
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 220°C/425°F.
2. In a saucepan, combine milk, butter, and the scraped vanilla pod and heat gently over medium heat until the butter has melted.
3. Let it cool down for 5 minutes, and then, in a separate bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, eggs, and sugar.
4. Add flour to the egg mixture, and whisk it well until the mixture is smooth.
5. Add the rum and the warm milk mixture to the egg and flour mixture and whisk it again. Make sure everything is well combined.
6. Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
7. Once the mixture has rested for 24 hours, preheat your oven again to 220°C/425°F.
8. Butter the cannelé molds generously and fill each with the rested mixture.
9. Place the molds on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes at 220°C/425°F, then reduce the temperature to 180°C/350°F and bake for an additional 50-60 minutes or until they are golden brown.
10. Once finished, take them out of the oven and let them cool in the mold for a few minutes.
11. After a few minutes, remove them from the mold and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
That’s it - your heavenly Cannelés bordelais are now ready to be served and enjoyed by all. These exquisite pastries are perfect with a cup of coffee or tea, or even as a dessert after dinner.
So make sure you try this easy-to-follow recipe and impress everyone with these delicious French treats that will make your taste buds go crazy! Bon appétit!
