Chocolate Madeleines ๐ซ
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 36 madeleines
Madeleines are those delightful, shell-shaped cakes that are perfect for any time of the day, anywhere you may be. But have you tried the chocolate version? ๐ซโจ Guaranteed to please even the most discerning sweet tooth, these chocolate madeleines are a heavenly treat that pairs wonderfully with a steaming cup of coffee or a fragrant cup of tea.
Ingredients:
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3/4 | cup all-purpose flour |
| 1/2 | teaspoon salt |
| 1 | cup sugar |
| 4 | large eggs |
| 1 | cup unsalted butter |
| 12 | tablespoons cocoa powder |
Instructions:
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Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Grease your madeleine pans generously with butter using a pastry brush.
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Sift Dry Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Set this dry mixture aside.
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Whisk Eggs and Sugar:
- In a large mixing bowl or the bowl of your electric mixer, combine the eggs and sugar.
- Whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes thick and takes on a lovely, lemon-colored hue.
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Fold in Dry Ingredients:
- Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the egg and sugar mixture.
- Be careful not to overmix; you want a light and airy batter.
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Melt and Add Butter:
- In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
- Once melted, let it cool slightly before adding it to the batter.
- Gently fold the melted butter into the batter until just combined.
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Fill Madeleine Pans:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine pans, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
- Smooth out the tops gently with a spatula.
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Chill the Batter:
- Place the filled madeleine pans in the refrigerator along with any remaining batter.
- Let them chill for at least one hour. This helps the madeleines form those lovely little humps.
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Bake the Madeleines:
- Once chilled, place the madeleine pans in the preheated oven.
- Bake for about 7 minutes or until the madeleines are firm to the touch and slightly puffed.
- You can bake in batches if needed, ensuring the pans are cooled before refilling.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- As soon as the madeleines are done, remove them from the oven.
- Immediately turn them out of the molds onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, these chocolate madeleines are best enjoyed slightly warm or at room temperature.
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Storage Tip:
- Store any leftover madeleines in an airtight container at room temperature.
- They are best eaten within a day or two, though we doubt they’ll last that long!
These chocolate madeleines are a delightful indulgence, perfect for special occasions, a cozy brunch, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day. With their rich cocoa flavor and delicate, cake-like texture, they are sure to become a favorite in your baking repertoire. So go ahead, whip up a batch, and let these little French cakes transport you to chocolatey bliss! ๐ซโจ
