Classic madeleines are delightful French butter cakes baked in shell-shaped molds. Perfect with tea or coffee, these light and fluffy treats are easy to make and sure to impress.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
12min
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 120 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 pinch salt
- 100 g sugar
- 100 g unsalted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease a madeleine mold with butter and dust with flour.
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and thick. Add the lemon zest and vanilla extract.
Step 4
Gently fold the flour mixture into the egg mixture until just combined.
Step 5
Fold in the melted butter until the batter is smooth. Do not overmix.
Step 6
Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine mold, filling each shell about three-quarters full.
Step 7
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly touched.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and let cool in the mold for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.