Madeleines

Classic French madeleines recipe with a citrus twist: fluffy and buttery with the perfect hint of lemon and lime zest. Easy to make with simple ingredients including eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and butter. Perfect for tea time or elegant gatherings. Ready to elevate your baking? Dive into this delightful treat!

  • 25 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 20 min
  • Prep time 25 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Madeleines

Madeleines are delightful, buttery French sponge cakes with a distinctive shell-like shape. They are perfect for serving with tea or coffee, and their delicate texture and subtle citrus flavor make them a favorite in many households. This recipe will guide you through the process of making these elegant treats from scratch.

Ingredients:

3 eggs
150g
1/2 cup sugar
100g
2 tbsp lemon zest
30g
1 tbsp lime zest
16g
3/4 cup all-purpose white wheat flour
90g
1 tsp baking powder
5g
1/4 cup butter
54g

Instructions:

1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your madeleine pan thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray to ensure the madeleines do not stick.
2. Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is light, fluffy, and pale in color. This may take around 5-7 minutes with an electric mixer on high speed or a bit longer if doing it by hand.
3. Add Zests: Gently fold in the lemon zest and lime zest into the egg-sugar mixture. Mix until well incorporated to infuse the batter with citrus flavors.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour and baking powder. Sifting helps to aerate the flour, which results in a lighter, fluffier texture.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the sifted flour mixture into the egg and sugar mixture. Do this gently to maintain the airy texture you've created.
6. Add Melted Butter: Slowly pour the melted butter into the batter, folding it in gently with a spatula. Make sure the butter is not too hot to prevent it from cooking the eggs. Mix until the batter is smooth and the butter is fully incorporated.
7. Fill the Madeleine Pan: Using a spoon or piping bag, fill each cavity of the madeleine pan about 3/4 full. Be cautious not to overfill as the batter will expand when baking.
8. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10-12 minutes, or until the madeleines are golden brown and spring back lightly when touched.
9. Cool and Serve: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the madeleines to cool slightly in the pan for about 2 minutes. Carefully remove them from the pan and let them cool completely on a wire rack.
10. Serve: Your madeleines are now ready to be enjoyed! They are best eaten fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a couple of days.

Tips:

- Ensure that the eggs are at room temperature before you start. This will help them whip up better and create more volume.

- Grate the citrus zests finely to distribute their flavor evenly throughout the batter.

- Be gentle when folding the dry ingredients into the wet mix. Over-mixing can deflate the batter, resulting in denser Madeleines.

- Chill the batter in the refrigerator for at least an hour before baking. This helps to give the Madeleines their characteristic 'hump'.

- Use a pastry brush to thoroughly butter the Madeleine molds to ensure they release easily after baking.

- Preheat your oven properly to ensure even baking. An oven thermometer can be helpful in achieving the right temperature.

- Allow the Madeleines to cool in the molds for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

By following these instructions and tips, you can successfully make delicious Madeleines that will impress your friends and family. These French treats are not only visually appealing but also tantalizingly flavorful with a perfect hint of citrus. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size110 grams
Energy
Calories 340kcal17%
Protein
Protein 8g5%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 44g12%
Fiber 0.81g2%
Sugar 24g25%
Fat
Fat 16g18%
Saturated 8g25%
Cholesterol 190mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 170ug19%
Choline 130mg24%
Vitamin B1 0.10mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.16mg13%
Vitamin B3 0.38mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.05mg3%
Vitamin B9 33ug8%
Vitamin B12 0.38ug16%
Vitamin C 1.09mg1%
Vitamin E 0.42mg3%
Vitamin K 1.17ug1%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 100mg8%
Copper, Cu 0.05mg6%
Iron, Fe 1.08mg10%
Magnesium, Mg 13mg3%
Phosphorus, P 130mg11%
Potassium, K 90mg3%
Selenium, Se 16ug30%
Sodium, Na 180mg12%
Zinc, Zn 0.75mg7%
Water
Water 36g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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