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Light and Fluffy Madeleines

Light and Fluffy Madeleines That Will Delight Your Tea Time

These Light and Fluffy Madeleines bring a taste of Paris to your kitchen, perfect for any tea time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Use cake flour for even lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensure freshness for best results
  • 1 pinch salt Try using sea salt for a refined taste
  • 3 large eggs Use room temperature eggs for best results
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a different flavor
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Choose pure vanilla for best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional) Can substitute with orange zest or other citrus
  • 8 tablespoons unsalted butter Opt for high-fat European-style butter for richness
For Dusting
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Optional for dusting before serving

Equipment

  • Madeleine pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • hand mixer

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Grease and flour a madeleine pan thoroughly and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl, set aside.
  3. Beat eggs and sugar in a large bowl with a hand mixer for 3 to 5 minutes until pale and thick.
  4. Gently stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest (optional) into the egg mixture.
  5. Fold the reserved dry ingredients into the egg mixture carefully using a spatula.
  6. Gradually pour in melted and cooled unsalted butter while folding the batter until smooth.
  7. Cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Spoon batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 9-10 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers spring back.
  10. Let madeleines cool in the pan for one minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Dust with powdered sugar if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Chill the batter for at least 30 minutes to create tender madeleines. Fold ingredients gently to maintain airiness.

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