I knew I had some madeleine pans somewhere,but I hadn’t seen them in a few years, so figured they were packed up with all the other baking pans and kitchen “necessities” that I had no room for. When I found them, I also found a 24 hole cupcake pan, a stainless steel fish poacher with brass handles shaped like fins, and a ulu set that I have bought while on an Alaska cruise. Forgotten “necessities”. I don’t know why I bought three of the madeline pans, but I’m happy to see them again.These little scallop shell beauties were fun to make. I made my batter late in the evening so it had an overnight rest in the refrigerator. Next morning, I made sure I buttered and floured my madeleine pans before filling them nearly to the top. After about 14 minutes, they were light golden brown. I resisted eating them as they were going to be dessert with strawberries and ice cream at a neighbor’s house that night. Thanks to Tara of Smells Like Home for choosing Dorie’s Traditional Madeleines. Be sure and check out all the TWD posts.
Traditional Madeleines2/3 cup all-purpose flour ¾ teaspoon baking powder Pinch of salt ½ cup sugar Grated zest of 1 lemon 2 large eggs, at room temperature 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract ¾ stick (6 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted and cooledConfectioners’ sugar, for dustingWhisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.Working in a mixer bowl, or in a large bowl, rub the sugar and lemon zest together with your fingertips until the sugar is moist and fragrant. Add the eggs to the bowl. Working with the whisk attachment, or with a hand mixer, beat the eggs and sugar together on medium-high speed until pale, thick and light, 2 to 3 minutes. Beat in the vanilla. With a rubber spatula, very gently fold in the dry ingredients, followed by the melted butter. Press a piece of plastic wrap against the surface of the batter and refrigerate it for at least 3 hours, or for up to 2 days. This long chill period will help the batter form the hump that is characteristic of madeleines. (For convenience, you can spoon the batter into the madeleine molds, cover and refrigerate, then bake the cookies directly from the fridge; see below for instructions on prepping the pans.)GETTING READY TO BAKE: Center a rack in the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Butter 12 full-size madeleine molds, or up to 36 mini madeleine molds, dust the insides with flour and tap out the excess. Or, if you have a nonstick pan (or pans), give it a light coating of vegetable cooking spray. If you have a silicone pan, no prep is needed. Place the pan(s) on a baking sheet.Spoon the batter into the molds, filling each one almost to the top. Don’t worry about spreading the batter evenly, the oven’s heat will take care of that. Bake large madeleines for 11 to 13 minutes, and minis for 8 to 10 minutes, or until they are golden and the tops spring back when touched. Remove the pan(s) from the oven and release the madeleines from the molds by rapping the edge of the pan against the counter. Gently pry any recalcitrant madeleines from the pan using your fingers or a butter knife. Transfer the cookies to a rack to cool to just warm or to room temperature.
If you are making minis and have more batter, bake the next batch(es), making certain that you cool, then properly prepare the pan(s) before baking.Just before serving, dust the madeleines with confectioners’ sugar.Makes 12 large or 36 mini cookiesServing: Serve the cookies when they are only slightly warm or when they reach room temperature, with tea or espresso.Storing: Although the batter can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, the madeleines should be eaten soon after they are made. You can keep them overnight in a sealed container, but they really are better on day 1. If you must store them, wrap them airtight and freeze them; they’ll keep for up to 2 months.
PS-My husband figured out that I had misspelled madeleines-sorry about the lapse!
So cute! And I love those little espresso cups!
Your madeleines look perfect. I love your pans, they’re like the ones in the book and I love your espresso cups.
Your madeleines look so good! They’re flawless.
Great result ! I think the batter is for more than 12 or 36 madeleines!Ulrike from Küchenlatein
Isn’t it nice when you can go ‘shopping’ in your own stuff and come out with prizes? Very sweet!
These do look just perfect! Great job!
Hopefully your pans don’t disappear into a dark nook again, and you’ll be making these delicious cakes more often.
They look great and your pictures are fantastic too.
your madeleines look beautiful! i love your photo styling as well 🙂
Madeleines with strawberries and ice cream? Yum.
Love the light golden brown color of your madeleines! Great styling as well!
Your madelines are the star of the show, but those cups are up for a best suporting actors award. Nice job!
They look perfect!
Great looking madeleines!!
Gorgeous pictures! Great job!Clara @ I♥food4thought
They look great!
Yes they look awesome. Not too mention they are sitting so pretty next to the espresso cups!
love your madeleines, they came out looking perfect!
You had me with the first photograph! I’m glad you found your madeleine pans… and the other culinary treasures too. Great job!
don’t you love when you find lost treasures! your madeleines llok great!
These are perfect little madeleines! Tha first picture made me giddy! 🙂
Love your pictures – they made me smile! Your madeleines are adorable!
So cute!
those are beautiful!
Beautiful photos! Your madeleines look so pretty and delicious!
They turned out so wonderful! Great job!
Great job! Very cute and delicious!
Very nice. I love your pics!
Those look amazing! I don’t believe I could ever get them to come out that perfect.
Fabulous pics! Love those cups! Hx
wow those madeleines are so pretty! they look just like Dorie’s;)
Your photos are beautiful! Madeleines with ice cream and strawberries certainly sound like what I want for dessert!
I have never tried madeleines before, but you guys have got me thinking. I love your last photo.
So lovely!
They must have been gorgeous with strawberries and ice cream! They look just perfect! 🙂
Thanks everyone for all your great comments. I apologize for not replying to each one, but I am on vacation for Memorial Day.