French Butter Cakes (Madeleines)

French Butter Cakes (Madeleines) recipe pinit

Madeleines are named after a French pastry cook named Madeleine Paulmier.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 2160
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a madeleine pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Remove from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for a few minutes.
  8. Gently remove the madeleines from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 180kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 10g16%
Total Carbohydrate 20g7%
Sugars 10g
Protein 2g4%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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