Madeleines
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Madeleines are delightful French sponge cakes with a signature shell shape. These light and buttery treats are perfect for a tea-time snack or elegant dessert, with a hint of lemon zest adding a refreshing touch.
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 12 portions 1x
- Category: Easy
Ingredients
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- 100 g butter
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease madeleine molds.
- Melt butter and let cool.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thick. Fold in flour, baking powder, lemon zest, and vanilla.
- Stir in melted butter. Spoon batter into molds.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden and springy. Enjoy!
