Madelines

Delight your taste buds with the timeless elegance of classic Madeleines, a French pastry known for its beautifully scalloped shape and tender, buttery crumb. These shell-shaped cakes come alive with the bright zest of lemon and a whisper of pure vanilla, making them the perfect treat for any occasion. With a light, airy texture achieved by folding whipped eggs into the batter and the secret step of chilling, these golden beauties bake to perfection in just 10 minutes. Finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, Madeleines are ideal for tea time, dessert, or a sophisticated snack. Treat yourself to a batch of these exquisite, melt-in-your-mouth delights and experience the artistry of French baking in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 130 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on high speed for 5 minutes, or until the mixture is pale, thick, and fluffy.

Step 4

Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest to the egg mixture and gently mix to combine.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients (flour mixture) into the wet ingredients (egg mixture) using a rubber spatula. Be gentle to avoid deflating the batter.

Step 6

Slowly drizzle in the melted butter, folding gently until fully incorporated.

Step 7

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour. This step is essential for achieving the characteristic hump of madeleines.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a madeleine pan with butter and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of batter into the center of each madeleine mold. The batter will spread as it bakes, so avoid overfilling.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the madeleines are golden around the edges and spring back lightly when touched.

Step 11

Remove the pan from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Optional: Dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	542.5 grams (542.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2056

Total Fat 114.90g	147%
Saturated Fat 62.20g	311%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 813mg	271%
Sodium 1268mg	55%
Total Carbohydrate 240.50g	87%
Dietary Fiber 3.90g	14%
Total Sugars 135.30g
Protein 32.30g	65%

Vitamin D 120IU	600%
Calcium 131mg	10%
Iron 9mg	50%
Potassium 379mg	8%

*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: 48.7%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 45.3%