Easiest Petit Fours Recipe
These easiest petit fours are bite-sized cake squares coated in creamy vanilla frosting or melted white chocolate, perfect for a simple yet elegant treat. Made with store-bought or homemade pound cake, they are quick to prepare and customize with optional decorations, making them ideal for parties or delightful snack moments.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: About 36 petit fours 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cake
- 1 pound cake (store-bought or homemade), sliced
Coating
- 1 jar vanilla frosting
- 1 1/2 cups white chocolate chips or vanilla almond bark
- Slice the Pound Cake: Cut the pound cake into small 1-inch squares to create bite-sized pieces perfect for petit fours.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 a sharp knife to cut the pound cake into clean squares for better presentation.
- Ensure the white chocolate or almond bark is melted gently to avoid burning or seizing.
- Allow the coating to set at room temperature; refrigeration can cause condensation and affect texture.
- Customization is easy—try different color frostings or toppings to suit your occasion.
- Petit fours are best enjoyed within 2 days for optimal freshness.
Keywords: petit fours, pound cake bites, vanilla frosting, white chocolate, easy dessert, bite-sized cake