Madeleines Recipe Demonstration - Joyofbaking.com

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with additional flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds nuttiness.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla bean enhances flavor complexity.

Start by making the batter using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a hand mixer.

Add 3 large eggs (room temperature) to the mixer bowl.

Add 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated white sugar and 2 tablespoons (30 grams) firmly packed light brown sugar to the eggs.

Beat on high speed until thick and pale, about 5 to 10 minutes.

While beating the batter, melt 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter cut into small cubes until just warm.

Once the batter is thick and pale, add 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract and optionally, 1 teaspoon of grated lemon zest, and mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup (130 grams) all-purpose flour, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder.

Sift the dry ingredients over the batter in thirds, folding gently with a spatula to avoid deflating the mixture.

In a bowl, take about 1/4 cup of the batter and mix it with the melted butter to lighten it.

Pour the butter mixture into the batter down the side of the bowl and fold gently until combined.

Cover the batter with plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 3 days.

15 minutes before baking, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare the madeleine pans by brushing the insides with melted butter and dusting with flour to prevent sticking.

Place the prepared pans in the refrigerator or freezer to firm up the butter.

Scoop about 1 tablespoon of batter into the center of each mold, creating a mound.

Bake the madeleines for 9 to 11 minutes until golden brown and springy to the touch.

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before attempting to remove them from the pans.

If they stick, use a flat edge spatula to help loosen them.

Dust the madeleines with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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