Madeleines

Name: Madeleines
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 32 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 3 large eggs, room temperature; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated; 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted; 1/2 tsp baking powder; 1/4 tsp salt; 10 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 2 tbsp powdered sugar

Light, buttery French sponge cakes baked in a scallop shell mold with a delicate lemon and vanilla flavor. Crisp on the outside, tender within - best enjoyed warm.

32 minMediumServes 6210 cal/serving

FrenchDessertOvenVegetarianNut-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

3 large eggs, room temperature
2/3 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp lemon zest, finely grated
1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
10 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, whisk 3 room temperature large eggs, 2/3 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, and 2 tsp finely grated lemon zest together until pale and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
2

Add 1 cup sifted all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt. Fold in gently until just combined.
3

Fold in 10 tbsp melted and cooled unsalted butter until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
4

Cover the batter and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight). This rest is essential for the signature hump.
5

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Butter and flour a madeleine pan generously.
6

Fill each mold about three-quarters full with batter.
7

Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are golden and the center hump has risen and springs back when touched.
8

Immediately turn out onto a wire rack. Dust with 2 tbsp powdered sugar while still warm. Serve right away.

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Questions

What is Madeleines?

Light, buttery French sponge cakes baked in a scallop shell mold with a delicate lemon and vanilla flavor. Crisp on the outside, tender within - best enjoyed warm. This reference files it under French dessert: made in the oven, rated medium and about 32 minutes start to finish.

What oven temperature does Madeleines need?

For Madeleines, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 5. The longest stretch at that heat is 12 minutes, in step 7.

Does room temperature really matter in Madeleines?

It does at step 1. Cold ingredients resist blending: cold butter will not cream, and cold eggs can split a batter that was smooth a moment ago.

Is there a substitute for powdered sugar in Madeleines?

The entry for Madeleines calls for 2 tbsp powdered sugar. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Does Madeleines contain eggs?

Yes: 3 large eggs, room temperature. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

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