Dark-Chocolate Madeleines With Chocolate Mint Glaze

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0
Dark-Chocolate Madeleines With Chocolate Mint Glaze, a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers
in Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

11 min

Ready In

31 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into tablespoons
2 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-processed cocoa powder
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
3/4 cup cake flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs , at room temperature
1 large egg yolk , at room temperature
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large egg whites , at room temperature
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate , coarsely chopped
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 teaspoon mint extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
282
Sugar
20g
Fat
19g
These Dark Chocolate Madeleines with a Chocolate Mint Glaze are a perfect dessert for chocolate lovers. Madeleines are classic French petite cakes that are small, light, and airy with a delectable rich buttery flavor. These madeleines have a twist of rich dark chocolate, making them perfect for a chocolate lover's sweet tooth. The chocolate glaze with a hint of mint adds a refreshing twist to the dark chocolate, which elevates the flavor to the next level. These madeleines are perfect to serve as an after-dinner dessert or for an afternoon tea party with friends and family.

Instructions

1.Begin by preheating the oven to 350°F and greasing the madeleine tray.
2.In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter and add the Dutch-processed cocoa powder and chopped bittersweet chocolate.
3.Whisk in the cake flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.
4.In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, egg yolk, sugar, and vanilla extract.
5.Stir in the dry ingredients to the egg mixture until smooth.
6.In another large bowl, whisk egg whites until soft peaks form.
7.Fold in the egg whites to the mixture until well combined.
8.Spoon the mixture into the madeleine tray.
9.Bake until the edges of the madeleines turn crispy and the center is set, approximately 9-11 minutes.
10.Remove the tray from the oven and allow it to cool for 5 minutes before transferring the madeleines to a wire rack to cool.
11.In a small saucepan, heat heavy cream and 4 ounces of chopped bittersweet chocolate until smooth, add mint extract, and stir.
12.Dip the cooled madeleines in the glaze and refrigerate for 15 minutes until the glaze is set.

PROS

These madeleines are easy to make and perfect for satisfying a chocolate craving.

The chocolate mint glaze pairs well with the rich and decadent cake.

CONS

These madeleines are high in calories and sugar, and consumption should therefore be limited to moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Dark chocolate contains antioxidants and minerals such as iron, magnesium, and copper and studies have shown that consumption of chocolate can improve heart health and lower blood pressure.
The mint extract used in the chocolate glaze has health benefits such as supporting digestion, reducing nausea, and improving brain function.

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