Recipe: French Madeleines π«π·
Description:
These delightful French Madeleines are a culinary treasure, boasting a delicate sponge-like texture with a hint of buttery sweetness. Perfect for indulging in as a treat with a cup of tea or coffee, these elegant cakes are sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, they freeze beautifully, although once you taste them, you’ll find it hard to resist eating them all at once!
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Servings: 24 madeleines
- Category: Breads
- Keywords: European, < 30 Mins, Oven, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Sugar |
| 5 | Eggs |
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 1 1/2 | Cake flour |
| 2 | Baking powder |
| 1 | Vanilla extract |
| 1 | Lemon, zest of |
| 1 | Orange, zest of |
| As needed | Confectioners’ sugar |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 112.8
- Fat: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.8g
- Cholesterol: 48.9mg
- Sodium: 79.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 15.2g
- Fiber: 0.1g
- Sugar: 8.4g
- Protein: 2g
Recipe Instructions:
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Beat eggs: In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs until they turn a light yellow color. Then, add the sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and citrus zest. Continue mixing until well combined.
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Sift dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the cake flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
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Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 400Β°F (200Β°C). Prepare your madeleine molds by greasing them well to prevent sticking.
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Fill molds: Spoon approximately a tablespoon of the batter into each well-greased madeleine mold, filling them about three-quarters full.
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Bake: Place the filled molds in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 12 minutes, or until the madeleines are lightly golden in color and spring back when lightly pressed.
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Cool: Once baked, remove the madeleines from the oven and allow them to cool in the molds for a few minutes.
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Dust with sugar: Carefully remove the madeleines from the molds and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Dust the cooled madeleines with confectioners’ sugar for an extra touch of sweetness.
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Serve: Serve these delightful French Madeleines alongside your favorite hot beverage, and enjoy the delightful flavors and textures of these classic treats!
These French Madeleines are a simple yet elegant addition to any gathering or afternoon tea, and with their light, airy texture and subtle citrus notes, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy! ππ
