Description
Delight in the classic French charm of Madeline cookies, enhanced with the richness of cream. These petite, shell-shaped sponge cakes boast a tender crumb and a delicate sweetness, making them perfect companions to your favorite hot beverage.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Mold: Grease the Madeline cookie mold with melted butter or cooking spray, ensuring all crevices are coated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Whip Eggs and Sugar: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale and fluffy.
- Incorporate Wet Ingredients: Add the heavy cream and vanilla extract to the egg mixture, stirring until combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Add Butter: Fold in the melted butter, ensuring the batter is smooth and well-mixed.
- Chill the Batter: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes to help achieve the classic Madeline hump.
- Preheat Oven: While the batter chills, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Fill the Mold: Spoon the batter into the prepared Madeline mold, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers spring back when lightly touched.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven, allow them to cool in the mold for a few minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Storage: Store cooled Madeline cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- Variations: For a citrus twist, add a teaspoon of lemon or orange zest to the batter.
- Serving Suggestion: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Madeline cookies, French dessert, cream-infused cookies, shell-shaped sponge cakes