madeleine cookies
Delicious homemade Madeleine cookies with a soft, buttery texture. Perfect for breakfast, tea time, or as a sweet snack. Easy to bake and enjoy
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup 85g all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest optional
- 1/2 cup 113g unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
- Pros
- Light and fluffy texture
- Elegant shell shape
- Perfect for tea-time or special occasions
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Cons
- Requires a special madeleine pan
- Batter needs resting time for best results
- Best enjoyed fresh as they dry out quickly
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Grease and flour a madeleine pan to prevent sticking. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Whisk eggs and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and slightly thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add flavorings: Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Incorporate dry ingredients: Gently fold in the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Add butter: Gradually fold in the melted butter until fully combined.
- Chill the batter: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the batter to rest (optional but recommended).
- Bake: Spoon batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full. Bake for 9-10 minutes until edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly pressed.
- Cool and serve: Let the madeleines cool in the pan for a minute before transferring them to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Enjoy! Serve warm or at room temperature with tea or coffee.