Low Fat Petit Fours

Delight your guests with these elegant Low Fat Petit Fours, a lighter take on the classic French confection. These bite-sized treats are made with fluffy, moist cake squares using skim milk, egg whites, and just a touch of unsalted butter for a low-fat yet indulgent experience. Finished with a zesty lemon glaze, these petit fours are perfect for tea parties, bridal showers, or as a decadent dessert that won’t weigh you down. With their easy preparation and customizable glaze colors, these petite cakes are as beautiful as they are delicious, offering a guilt-free way to indulge your sweet tooth. Perfectly portioned and irresistibly charming, they’ll add a touch of sophistication to any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup skim milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large egg whites
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 1.5 tablespoons lemon juice
• 0 food coloring (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on all sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, heat the skim milk and vanilla extract over medium heat until it begins to steam. Do not boil. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Add the egg whites to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Step 6

Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the warm milk mixture, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the cake to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift the cake using the parchment paper overhang and transfer to a cutting board.

Step 10

Cut the cake into 1-inch squares and place them on a wire rack with a baking sheet underneath to catch any drips.

Step 11

In a bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar and lemon juice to make a smooth glaze. Add food coloring if desired.

Step 12

Spoon the glaze over each petit four, allowing it to coat the sides. Let the glaze set before serving. Optionally, decorate with additional toppings such as colored sugar or edible flowers.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(596.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1605.4

Total Fat 25.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 65.7mg	0%
Sodium 1796.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 328.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 232.7g
Protein 23.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 191.2mg	0%
Iron 5.7mg	0%
Potassium 480.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.9%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 80.2%