Classic French Madeleine

Description:** Light, buttery, and delicately sweet, these classic French **Madeleines** have a signature shell shape with a golden crust and a soft, spongy inside. Perfect with tea or coffee!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting time 2

Total Time 2 20

Course Dessert

Cuisine French

Servings 12 Madeleines

Equipment

1 Kitchen Aid
1 Madeleines Mold Metal is better

Ingredients

- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp lemon zest optional, for a citrus twist
- 1 cup 125g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup 115g unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 tbsp milk

Instructions

Prepare the Batter:**
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together **eggs** and **sugar** until light and fluffy (~3-5 minutes).
- Stir in **vanilla extract** and **lemon zest** (if using).
**Mix Dry Ingredients:**
- In a separate bowl, whisk **flour, baking powder, and salt** together.
**Combine:**
- Gently fold the **dry ingredients** into the egg mixture.
- Add **melted butter** and **milk**, folding until just combined.
- Cover and **chill the batter** in the refrigerator for at least **1 hour** (this helps create the classic "hump").
**Preheat & Prepare Pan:**
- Preheat oven to **375°F (190°C)**.
- Grease a **madeleine mold** with butter and lightly dust with flour.
**Bake:**
- Spoon about **1 tbsp of batter** into each mold, filling them **¾ full**.
- Bake for **10-12 minutes** until the edges are golden brown and the center has a small hump.
**Cool & Serve:**
- Let cool for **5 minutes**, then remove from the mold.
- Dust with **powdered sugar** before serving (optional).

Notes

Chef’s Tips
- **Chill the batter** for at least **1 hour** (or overnight) for the perfect rise.
- **Use a nonstick madeleine pan** for the classic shell shape.
- **Experiment with flavors** – try adding **orange zest, almond extract, or even chocolate chips!**

Keyword Madeleines