Classic Madeleines
These delicate shell-shaped French cakes are light, airy, and boast a signature 'hump' on top. Flavored with lemon zest, they are perfect alongside a cup of tea or coffee. Enjoy them fresh for the best texture and taste.
O rețetă originală de Forkin
- Durată totală
- 1 oră 30 min.
- Porții
- 12
- Dificultate
- Medie
- Per porție
- 154 kcal
Informații despre alergeni: poate conține ouă, gluten și lapte. Verifică întotdeauna ambalajele ingredientelor dacă ai o alergie.
Pregătirea ingredientelor
Ingrediente
Ingrediente
- 115 gunsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 100 gall-purpose flour, sifted
- 100 ggranulated sugar
- 2 buc.egg, large
- 0,5 lingurițăbaking powder
- 1 lingurițălemon zest
- 0,25 lingurițăsalt
for dusting
- 2 lingurăconfectioners' sugar(opțional)
Ustensile
madeleine pan · spatula · wire rack · mixing bowls · whisk
Mod de preparare
Pas cu pas
- 1
Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave. Set aside to cool to room temperature.
Aproximativ 5 min.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Aproximativ 3 min.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the sifted all-purpose flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and salt.
Aproximativ 2 min.
- 4
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Overmixing can lead to tough madeleines.
- 5
Gradually fold in the cooled melted butter until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
Aproximativ 3 min.
- 6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight. This chilling step is crucial for developing the signature 'hump'.
Aproximativ 1 oră
Nota bucătarului: A longer chill time, up to 12 hours, often results in a more pronounced hump.
- 7
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Lightly grease and flour a Madeleine pan, tapping out any excess flour.
Aproximativ 5 min.
Nota bucătarului: Ensure the pan is well-greased, especially in the shell indentations, to prevent sticking.
- 8
Spoon the chilled batter into each Madeleine mold, filling them about two-thirds full.
Aproximativ 2 min.
Nota bucătarului: Avoid overfilling, as the batter will expand significantly.
- 9
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the madeleines have developed a distinct hump in the center.
Aproximativ 10 min.
Nota bucătarului: Baking time may vary depending on your oven and Madeleine pan size.
- 10
Remove the madeleines from the oven and immediately invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Nota bucătarului: Cooling on a rack prevents them from becoming soggy.
- 11
Once cooled, dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired, before serving.
Aproximativ 1 min.
Per porție
Valori nutriționale
- Calorii
- 154,1kcal
- Proteine
- 2g
- Carbohidrați
- 17,3g
- Grăsimi
- 8,8g
- Fibre
- 0,2g
- Zahăr
- 10,9g
Estimare bazată pe cantitățile ingredientelor din rețetă. Valorile pot varia în funcție de mărci și înlocuiri.
Păstrează gustul bun
Store madeleines in an airtight container at room temperature.