Florentine Squares Recipe (Only 5 Ingredients!) (2024)

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This recipe for Florentine squares is definitely a keeper! They are so quick and easy to whip up and you only need 5 ingredients!

Before this year the last time I made Florentines was in high school! They were good to eat but I remember them being a bit fiddly to make. Back then we made traditional Florentines which are round. This meant that we had to get the right amount of mixture so that the Florentines were all the same size and shape. Something that I’m not always good at!

This recipe for Florentine squares is the exact opposite of fiddly though. You pretty much mix four ingredients up in a bowl and then press the mixture into a baking pan and bake! No need to worry about making individual biscuits!

After baking it is easy to cut up into squares. Just remember to allow it to cool to room temperature first; it stays soft until it cools. Traditionally Florentines have a chocolate coated base and I think that takes them to the next level. I even like to put the squiggly lines in the chocolate with a fork. I can remember doing that at school! You can leave the chocolate off if you prefer they’re yummy even without it!

These Florentine squares remind me of a chocolate covered breakfast bar. They’re chewy rather than crunchy and they are nice and sweet. I wouldn’t say that they were healthy but there are worse things to be snacking on!

They would be great as a lunch box treat or as an after school treat. They’re also great for anyone who needs a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. I like to have a square (or two!) to help me get through till dinner!

I made these Florentine squares in a 23 cm (9 inch) square baking tin but I have also used a rectangular slice tin. As long as the area of your tin (length X width) is similar to a 23 cm square one you will be fine. I have combined ideas from two recipes to make these Florentine squares. One was a traditional Florentines biscuit recipe and the other was cut from a Kellogg’s cereal packet!

Now that I have this recipe I don’t think that Florentines are hard to make anymore. I know that I’ll be making these again!

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Florentine Squares Recipe (Only 5 Ingredients!)

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This recipe for Florentine squares is definitely a keeper! They are delicious, quick and easy to whip up, and you only need 5 ingredients!

Author: The Links Site

Recipe type: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Traybake, Slice, Squares

Serves: 20

Ingredients

  • 2½ cups (185g) of crushed cornflakes
  • ¾ cup (135g) of sultanas
  • ½ cup (95g) of chopped glace cherries
  • ⅔ cup (230g) of sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 heaped cup (200g) of dark or milk chocolate melts

Instructions

  1. Line a 23 cm (9 inch) square baking tin* with baking paper and preheat oven to 180 °C (350 °F).
  2. Combine the cornflakes, sultanas, cherries, and sweetened condensed milk in a large bowl and mix well.
  3. Press the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Allow to cool completely in the tin before removing and cutting into squares.
  5. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler.
  6. Spread melted chocolate over the underside of the squares (for this step I dip each square into the melted chocolate and then spread it with a flat butter knife).
  7. To decorate the underside of each square use the tines of a fork to make a swirling pattern in the chocolate before it sets (optional).

Notes

* I have also made these squares in a 20cm x 30cm (8 x 12 inch) rectangular slice tin.

Nutrition Information

Serving size:42g Calories:151 Fat:4.4g Saturated fat:2.6g Trans fat: 0g Carbohydrates:27g Sugar:18g Sodium:85mg Fiber:1g Protein:2g Cholesterol:4mg


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Florentine Squares Recipe (Only 5 Ingredients!) (2024)

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What is florentine mix made of? ›

If you wonder what are in the pre-mix florentine powder, here are the ingredient list on the package: glucose syrup, sugar, palm fat, dextrose, whole milk powder, emulsifier. May contain traces of: Eggs, nuts, lupines.

What makes a florentine? ›

Florentine or à la Florentine is a term from classic French cuisine that refers to dishes that typically include a base of cooked spinach, a protein component and Mornay sauce. Chicken Florentine is the most popular version.

What is florentine sauce made of? ›

Florentine sauce is very simple to make. It is typically made with heavy cream, white wine, butter, garlic, Parmesan and fresh spinach.

How long will homemade Florentines keep? ›

Freshly made and completely cold, stored in an airtight container they should be good for up to a month. Thank you! I can definitely send them to relatives I can't see in person this Christmas......

What does Florentine have in it? ›

Specifically, a dish prepared à la Florentine will feature some main ingredient, such as eggs, poultry or fish, served on a bed of spinach which has been cooked in butter, then topped with Mornay sauce and grated cheese, and finally browned under the broiler.

What is florenta mix? ›

FLORENTA. Komplet Florenta Mix is a special dry blend for making consistent Florentines, nut crackers, almond brittle or lace cookies.

What is the most famous Florentine dish? ›

1.Bistecca alla Fiorentina

Local Chianina cows are the pride of the Tuscan region, and their rich flavor shines best in this steak dish, a massive ribeye grilled to a crusty dark exterior and rare interior, then sliced tableside.

Why is my Florentine not crispy? ›

Check the bottom of the florentine, it they are not browned yet, bake a bit longer. They appear to be soft out from the oven. Let them cool on the pan for 5 minutes and then transfer to a cooling rack to let them cool down completely. They will be crispy once cooled down.

What is traditional Florentine food? ›

Famous Food Locals Love to Eat in Florence

Content. fa*gioli all'uccelletto. Schiacciata. Lampredotto. Bistecca alla Fiorentina.

What is Florentine flavour? ›

Our artisan florentines are made with honey, butter caramel and roasted almonds for a rich, nutty flavour. Although their name suggests they originate from Florence, an Italian province, legend has it that they are actually of French origin, made in the Palace of Versailles for King Louis XIV.

Why are Florentines so expensive? ›

Made with honey and cream with added almonds and candied oranges, this preparation must be heated to 118°C, which allows it to brown very slightly when boiling without browning. The ingredients of the Florentine are rare, more expensive and much more sought after than those of an almond biscuit.

What is a Florentine Italian? ›

Florentine (culinary term), a dish prepared with spinach and a creamy sauce. Florentine biscuit, an Italian pastry of nuts and fruit. Florentine, a very thick T-bone steak which is usually prepared rare.

Will florentines freeze? ›

To freeze: Bake according to the recipe but stop before adding decoration or icing if called for. Allow to cool completely. Wrap well in clingfilm and tin foil (to prevent freezer burn) and freeze for up to 3 months.

Is a Florentine a biscuit? ›

Elegant, crisp, and brimming with notes of caramel and toffee, Florentine biscuits are delightful nibbles and make an excellent accompaniment to any hot drink. If you've ever wondered where these treats originated or how to make them, read on.

Should I keep florentines in the fridge? ›

Dip each florentine into the chocolate halfway, and leave on a foil-lined tray to cool down. Store in an air-tight box, and enjoy at room temperature (though can also be kept in the fridge, but will be a tad hard).

What is inside Florentine powder? ›

What is florentine powder? By looking at the ingredient list on the package it seems like it's a mixture of dried glucose, sugar, honey powder, fat, butter, and maltodextrin.

What is Florentine powder used for? ›

Description. Our Florentine Powder is delicious and is a useful addition when baking florentines or other biscuits. It is a medium fine powder and yellow in colour. A delicious honey and butter aroma is derived when the powder is used.

Why is spinach called Florentine? ›

As the story goes, when teen bride Catherine de Medici married Henry II, King of France in 1533, she shared her love for spinach and declared that any dish containing it would be dubbed “a la Florentine,” a reference to her native city, Florence. The term is still found on menus today.

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