Easiest Petit Fours Recipe

Introduction

These easiest petit fours are a delightful bite-sized treat that combines tender pound cake with creamy vanilla coating. Perfect for parties or a sweet snack, they’re simple to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients

• 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade), sliced
• 1 jar vanilla frosting
• 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut the pound cake into small 1-inch squares to create bite-sized pieces perfect for petit fours.
2. Step 2: Place the vanilla frosting in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 15 to 20 seconds until it becomes pourable, making it easier to coat the cake pieces.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, gently melt the white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark until smooth and creamy for dipping or drizzling.
4. Step 4: Dip each pound cake square into the melted white chocolate or alternatively pour the warmed vanilla frosting over each piece to fully coat them.
5. Step 5: Arrange the coated petit fours on parchment paper and allow them to set completely at room temperature until the coatings harden.
6. Step 6: Once the coatings are set, optionally decorate the petit fours with colored icing, sprinkles, or edible decorations to add flair and color.

Tips & Variations

• Use different flavored frostings or chocolate coatings to vary the taste.
• Chill the coated petit fours in the refrigerator for faster setting.
• Add a small fruit jam layer between the cake and coating for extra flavor.

Storage

Store petit fours in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Allow refrigerated petit fours to come to room temperature before serving for best texture. Reheat slightly in a microwave if desired, but be careful not to melt the coating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use any type of cake for petit fours?

Yes, while pound cake is traditional and holds up well, you can use other dense cakes like sponge cake or butter cake for similar results.

How do I prevent the coating from cracking?

Make sure the cake pieces are at room temperature before dipping and allow the coating to set slowly at room temperature rather than refrigerating suddenly, which helps prevent cracks.

Easiest Petit Fours Recipe

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• Author: Aiden
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: About 24 petit fours (depending on pound cake size) 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

These Easiest Petit Fours are delightful bite-sized treats made from pound cake squares coated in smooth vanilla frosting or melted white chocolate. Perfect for parties or an elegant dessert, these petit fours require minimal preparation and no baking, making them an effortless yet impressive sweet snack.

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Ingredients

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Pound Cake

• 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade), sliced

Coatings

• 1 jar vanilla frosting
• 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark

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Instructions

1. Slice the Pound Cake: Cut the pound cake into small 1-inch squares to create bite-sized pieces perfect for petit fours.
2. Heat the Vanilla Frosting: Place the vanilla frosting in a microwave-safe bowl and heat for 15 to 20 seconds until it becomes pourable, making it easier to coat the cake pieces.
3. Melt the White Chocolate: In a separate bowl, gently melt the white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark until smooth and creamy for dipping or drizzling.
4. Coat the Cake Squares: Dip each pound cake square into the melted white chocolate or alternatively pour the warmed vanilla frosting over each piece to fully coat them.
5. Set the Coated Cakes: Arrange the coated petit fours on parchment paper and allow them to set completely at room temperature until the coatings harden.
6. Decorate (Optional): Once the coatings are set, optionally decorate the petit fours with colored icing, sprinkles, or edible decorations to add flair and color.

Notes

• Use store-bought pound cake for a quick and easy dessert.
• To speed up setting, you can refrigerate the coated petit fours for 15-20 minutes.
• Customize with different colored frostings or toppings according to your event.
• Handle dipped petit fours gently to avoid breaking the coating.
• Ensure white chocolate is melted slowly to prevent burning or seizing.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: petit fours, pound cake bites, white chocolate petit fours, easy petit fours, no bake dessert, party dessert