
French
Madeleines
Delicate French madeleines that are light, buttery, and subtly flavored with lemon zest. Perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet treat with coffee.
Total Time27 minutes
Servings12
Difficulty
medium
Cost
Medium
Nutrition (per serving)
0
Calories
2
Protein
14
Carbs
7
Fat
0.5
Fiber
0g
Sodium
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2Melt the butter in a small saucepan; let it cool slightly.
- 3In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until pale and foamy, about 5 minutes.
- 4Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest to the egg mixture and mix well.
- 5In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- 6Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.
- 7Gently fold in the melted butter until the batter is smooth and glossy.
- 8Grease a madeleine pan with butter and lightly dust with flour to prevent sticking.
- 9Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
- 10Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops spring back when lightly touched.
- 11Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before unmolding the madeleines onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- 12Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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