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Vanilla Madeleines

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20 Minutes

10-12 Minutes

24 Servings

Beginner

About the Recipe

Delicate flavors and irresistible aromas with our Vanilla Madeleines recipe. These classic French tea cakes, with a touch of fragrant vanilla and optional hints of lemon zest, embody simplicity and sophistication in every bite. The batter, enriched with melted butter and a perfect balance of sweetness, bakes into golden, shell-shaped delights. Enjoy these delicate vanilla madeleines with a cup of tea or coffee for a delightful treat!

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • Zest of one lemon (optional, for added flavor)

  • Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Preparation

Preheat the Oven:


Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a madeleine pan, or use a non-stick madeleine pan.



Melt the Butter:


In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Allow it to cool while you prepare the other ingredients.



Prepare Dry Ingredients:


In a mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.



Prepare Wet Ingredients:



In a separate large mixing bowl, beat the eggs, vanilla extract, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly thickened.



Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:


Gently fold the sifted dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined.



Add Melted Butter:


Gradually add the melted butter to the batter, folding until well incorporated. If you're using lemon zest, fold it into the batter at this point.



Fill Madeleine Molds:


Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each about 3/4 full.



Bake:


Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the tops spring back when lightly touched.



Cool in Pan:


Remove the madeleines from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes.



Transfer to Wire Rack:


Transfer the madeleines to a wire rack to cool completely.



Optional: Dust with Powdered Sugar:


If desired, dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar before serving.

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