Ingredients
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Base Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 lemon (optional)
- 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup (60ml) heavy cream
- A pinch of salt
Optional Variations:
- Chocolate Cream Madeleines – Add 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Vanilla Bean Madeleines – Use vanilla bean paste instead of extract
- Citrus-Infused Madeleines – Swap lemon zest for orange or lime zest
- Honey and Cream Madeleines – Substitute half the sugar with honey
- Almond Cream Madeleines – Add 2 tablespoons almond flour & a few drops of almond extract
- Caramel Drizzle Madeleines – Drizzle warm caramel before serving
Instructions
1. Prepare the Batter
- In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt, then fold gently to combine.
- Add lemon zest if using for extra freshness.
2. Incorporate Butter & Cream
- Slowly pour in the melted butter while folding the batter gently.
- Add the heavy cream and stir until just combined.
3. Chill the Batter
- Cover the batter and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to help create the signature Madeleine hump.
4. Bake the Madeleines
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and lightly flour a Madeleine pan.
- Spoon batter into each mold, filling about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and centers puff up.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack.
5. Serve & Enjoy
- Dust with powdered sugar, drizzle with chocolate or caramel, or pair with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
Notes
- Chilling the batter is key – It helps achieve the classic bump on the Madeleines.
- Avoid overmixing – This keeps the batter light and airy.
- Use a nonstick Madeleine pan – To ensure easy release and a perfect shape.
- Madeleines taste best fresh – But they can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Madeleine
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg