Lemon Madeleines are cookie-like mini cakes that are fluffy, spongy buttery. The addition of lemon to the classic madeleines makes them rich and fresh. The Madeleines are made using special pan that gives them the shell shape.

Lemon madeleines are believed to have originated from France and popularized in the 18th century by a cook named Madeleine Paulmier, hence the name Madeleine. However, it was Marcel Proust, a French writer who immortalized them in his novel “In Search of Lost Time,” in 19th century. This made Madeleines popular throughout the world. Since then, Madeleines have become synonymous with elegance and sophistication in the world of baking.

Why You Will Love Lemon Madeleines Recipe

Lemon madeleines evoke a feeling of joy, comfort and elegance with every bite whether enjoyed alone or with friends and family. Here are some compelling reasons why you will love these creations:

• These little cakes stand out among traditional desserts for their unique combination of simplicity and sophistication.
• Lemon madeleines are easy to make and require few ingredients.
• The addition of lemon adds a burst of flavors as well as an impressive aroma that fills the kitchen while you are baking
• These creations are very versatile and suitable for any occasion. They can be enjoyed for morning or afternoon tea or as a dessert.

How to Make Lemon Madeleines Recipe

Lemon Madeleines are easy to make and require few ingredients. Here is how you can make these cookie-like cakes:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Melted butter
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 3 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instruction:

• Pre-heat oven at 400°F
• In a bowl, mix the flours with salt and baking powder
• In another bowl, combine the eggs with the egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice then mix with a mixer until creamy, fluffy and pale in color, about 5 minutes.
• Add melted butter to the egg mixture then carefully fold in the flour with a spatula; ensuring that the eggs do not deflate
• Grease madeleines pan with butter and sprinkle with flour.
• Pour the batter into madeleines cups unto 3/4 full.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown
• Remove and turn the pan upside down on a working surface then tap to disclodge them from the cups
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar. This step is optional; you can indulge as they are too.

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Variations of Lemon Madeleines

You can try out different additions such as poppy seeds, chia seeds or finely chopped nuts to customize your madeleines according to your taste and preferences.

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Lemon Madeleines

Discover the art of baking perfect Lemon Madeleines with our easy-to-follow recipe. Delicate, citrus-infused sponge cakes bursting with flavor. Follow our expert tips for irresistible results.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Resting time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 24 cakes

Calories: 2132.33kcal

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Equipment

• 1 Madeleines pan

Ingredients 

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• ½ cup butter melted
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup whole wheat flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 3 eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 tsp Lemon zest
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Step I: Preparation

• Pre-heat oven at 400°F
• Grease madeleines pan with butter and sprinkle with flour.

Step 2: Mixing

• In a bowl, mix the flours with salt and baking powder
  
• In another bowl, combine the eggs with the egg yolks, sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice then mix with a mixer until creamy, fluffy and pale in color, about 5 minutes.
  
• Add melted butter to the egg mixture then carefully fold in the flour with a spatula
  

Step 3: Baking

• Pour the batter into madeleines cups unto 3/4 full
  
• Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown
  
• Remove and turn the pan upside down on a working surface then tap to dislodge them from the cups
  

Step 4: Serving

• Sprinkle with powdered sugar
• Serve with your favorite drink

Notes

To ensure your lemon madeleines turn out perfectly every time, consider these tips and tricks:

• When mixing the wet ingredients, beat the eggs and sugar until pale and thick, which creates the characteristic light texture of madeleines.
• Fold the dry ingredients gently into the wet mixture to avoid deflating the egg mixture and overmixing, which can result in dense madeleines.
• Use fresh lemon zest for the best flavor.
• Avoid grating the lemon too deeply into the lemon peel to prevent bitterness.
• Fill each madeleine cup to about 3/4 full with batter. This will allow room for the madeleines to rise and develop that shell-like shape.
• For better results, pre-heat the madeleines pan before pouring the batter. This will help create a crispy texture.
• Cool and store the madeleines in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and for them to stay longer.

Nutrition

Calories: 2132.33kcal

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