Description
Delicate shell-shaped cookies bursting with rich butter flavor, enhanced by notes of vanilla and lemon zest, perfect for tea time.
Ingredients
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- 2/3 cup (85g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the pan: Grease and flour a madeleine pan to prevent sticking. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- Whisk eggs and sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until pale and slightly thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Add flavorings: Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
- Incorporate dry ingredients: Gently fold in the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Add butter: Gradually fold in the melted butter until fully combined.
- Chill the batter: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the batter to rest (optional but recommended).
- Bake: Spoon batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full. Bake for 9-10 minutes until edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly pressed.
- Cool and serve: Let the madeleines cool in the pan for a minute before transferring them to a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Enjoy! Serve warm or at room temperature with tea or coffee.
Notes
For sugar substitutes, consider stevia, monk fruit, or allulose. Avoid honey or maple syrup as they can alter the texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg