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Funfetti Fours (Birthday Cake Petit Fours)

These Funfetti Fours are a celebration in every bite! Colorful, delicious, and perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz almond paste broken into pieces
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 10 tablespoons unsalted butter at cool room temperature (plus more for brushing)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs (190g or 3/4 cup)
  • 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup confetti quin sprinkles
  • 1/4 cup apricot jam
  • 1/4 cup raspberry jam
  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup filtered water
  • 1/4 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Sharp knife
  • Double boiler or microwave
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking pan with butter and line the bottom with parchment paper to ensure easy removal of the cake later.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond paste and sugar. Use an electric mixer to beat until smooth. Gradually add the softened butter and vanilla extract, mixing until fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. This will help to incorporate air, making your cake light and fluffy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and kosher salt. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix!
  5. Gently fold in the confetti quin sprinkles, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  7. While the cake cools, prepare your glazes. In a saucepan, combine the sugar, filtered water, corn syrup, almond extract, and kosher salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle boil for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  8. Once the cake is completely cool, remove it from the pan and peel off the parchment paper. Use a sharp knife to cut the cake into squares or rectangles.
  9. Spread a thin layer of apricot jam on half of the squares and raspberry jam on the other half. Stack one jam layer on top of the other, creating mini cakes.
  10. Dip each petit four into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place them on a cooling rack to set.

Notes

  • Let the cake cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
  • Dipping the petit fours in the glaze works best when it's slightly warm and not boiling hot.
  • Experiment with different jams or extracts for unique flavors.
  • Presentation is key; how you stack and glaze can make a difference.