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Madeleines

Cultural Context

Originating from the Lorraine region of France, madeleines are small sponge cakes shaped like shells. They are traditionally served with tea or coffee and are often associated with French literary culture, notably in Marcel Proust's work "In Search of Lost Time". Today, madeleines are enjoyed worldwide, with various flavors and fillings reflecting local tastes.

FrenchFRdessert
45 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
3 eggs
125 g sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
all-purpose flour
baking powder
pinch of salt
melted butter

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.

1

Whisk together 3 eggs and 125 g of sugar in a bowl.

2

Add about 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and whisk for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture lightens and becomes frothy.

3

Sift in the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt, and mix until just combined.

4

Add the melted butter that is slightly cooled and mix to form a smooth batter.

5

Cover the batter and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

6

Lightly grease the madeleine molds if not using silicone molds.

7

After 1 hour, fill the molds with the cold batter using a tablespoon.

8

Bake in the oven at 20°C for 4 minutes, then reduce the temperature to 180°C and continue baking for another 4 to 6 minutes, watching closely until golden on the edges.

9

Remove from the oven and unmold immediately, letting them cool on a wire rack to maintain crispness.

Cooking Techniques

bakingwhiskingfolding

Equipment Needed

madeleine moldsmixing bowlwhisksifterspoonwire rackoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

French MadeleinesShell Cookies
Local Name: Madeleines

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