French Tart’s Classic Madeleines: Madelines: Little Fluted Cakes

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2

French Tart's Classic Madeleines: Madelines: Little Fluted Cakes are a French delicacy with a unique shape and texture

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

15 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

112

Sugar

10g

Fat

Madeleines are a traditional French pastry that is famous worldwide. The cake is baked in a shell-shaped Madeleine tray, giving it its unique shape and texture. These little cakes are made from butter, sugar, eggs, and flour and flavored with vanilla extract and lemon zest, providing a sweet and tangy taste. Perfect for breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert, Madeleines are the perfect way to delight yourself. They are also considered great holiday gifts for family and friends.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Grease the Madeleine tray with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
3.	In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until the mixture doubles in size.
4.	Sift the icing sugar, flour, and baking powder into the bowl and mix until just combined.
5.	Carefully fold in the melted butter until fully incorporated.
6.	Spoon the mixture into the Madeleine tray, dividing equally.
7.	Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
8.	Remove from the oven and leave to cool in the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
9.	Dust with icing sugar and serve immediately.

PROS

These little cakes are the perfect accompaniment to your tea or coffee and have a soft, spongy texture with a crisp outer layer.

The unique shape and flavor of these cakes make them stand out and will impress your guests.

CONS

Madeleines are notoriously difficult to get right and require skill and patience to make from scratch.
They are high in sugar and butter, making them not suitable for a daily treat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Madeleine is not exactly the healthiest of pastries. It is high in sugar and fat, making it an occasional indulgence. The lemon zest provides a small source of vitamin C and other antioxidants which may help to boost the immune system.

	2 eggs
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
	125 g icing sugar
	100 g plain flour
	1/4 teaspoon baking powder
	125 g butter , melted and cooled
	icing sugar , for sprinkling