Vanilla Madeleines
Coooking Temperature: 350°F/ 177°C/ Gas Mark 4
Calories: 4
Adjust Servings Here: 20 cakes
Description
This is the best recipe for madeleines. It uses easy-to-find ingredients that are mostly pantry staples. These are little tea cakes that are baked in a special shell shape madeleine pan. The batter takes about 10 minutes to prep and 10 minutes to bake.
Ingredients
- ½ cup (113 g) Butter unsalted, melted
- 1¼ cup (160 g) All-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp Baking powder
- ⅛ tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 2 large Eggs
- ½ cup (100 g) Sugar
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Madeleine Pan: Grease the Madeleine pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Lightly dust with flour and tap out the excess. This ensures the Madeleines release easily from the pan.
- Melt the Butter: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Allow it to cool to room temperature. This step is crucial for achieving the right texture in the final product. Then, add the lemon juice. Let cool completely.½ cup Butter , 1 tsp Lemon juice
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt twice. Set aside for later. This will help evenly distribute the baking powder and salt.1¼ cup All-purpose flour, ¼ tsp Baking powder, ⅛ tsp Salt
- Beat Eggs and Sugar: Beat the eggs and granulated sugar in a separate large bowl using an electric mixer or whisk. Beat on high speed until the mixture is pale, thick, and frothy (about 5 minutes).2 large Eggs, ½ cup Sugar, 2 tbsp Honey
- Add Vanilla and Lemon Zest: Gently fold the honey, vanilla extract, and lemon zest using a spatula. Be careful not to deflate the egg mixture while adding these ingredients.1 tsp Lemon zest, 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- Fold in Melted Butter: Slowly fold the cooled melted butter into the batter in two additions. Ensure the butter is evenly incorporated without overmixing.
- Chill the Batter: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling helps thicken the batter and gives Madeleines their signature hump.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Position a rack in the center of the oven for even baking.
- Fill the Madeleine Pan: Pour the chilled batter into a piping bag and fill each shell mold with a heaping tablespoon of batter. Do not spread the batter; it will settle during baking.
- Bake the Madeleines: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set. The characteristic hump should form during baking. Tap the tray on the counter a few times to help the batter settle.
- Cool and Dust with Sugar: Remove the pan from the oven and immediately tap it on a countertop to loosen the Madeleines. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
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