The financier is an institution in the world of pastry-making, so it's essential for all fans of the genre to have their own financiers mould. The financier is a pastry made from almond powder, in an elongated oval or rectangular shape. It's the perfect accompaniment to a cup of coffee or tea. Large or small, financiers can be used as desserts or mignardises. Originally, this small oval cake made with almonds and egg whites was produced and sold under the name of visitandine around the 17th century in Nancy. Somewhat forgotten, it was finally revived at the end of the 19th century when a pastry chef took up the recipe to offer his customers, who worked in finance, the chance to eat a cake without getting their fingers dirty. Eventually, it took on the name financier and adopted a rectangular shape in reference to a gold ingot! Now that you know all about the financier, it's time to choose your own financier mould to make these delicious little cookies yourself! If you're a pastry enthusiast, you can browse our entire selection of cake moulds right now!