Friday, April 22, 2011

Madeleines

Ha! I can bake sometimes without burning the potholders OR the cookies. This proves it. And I have made these Madeleine's many times. And they really are fool-proof.  I thought I had posted about them before but I couldn't find them here. They still qualify as a flashback because I have made them before. If you want an impressive little treat, try them, they are very easy, like little sponge cakes. They're very good dipped in chocolate or with a glaze. But they are out of this world good just plain, enjoyed with a nice cup of tea. If you like tea.  I'd rather have coffee but that's another story.





Madeleines
Source: Bon Appetit, January 2000
Adapted by There's Always Thyme to Cook
Printable Recipe

2 large eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon peel
pinch salt
1 cup all-purpose flour
10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, cooled slightly
powdered sugar, for dusting

Preheat oven to 375°F. Generously butter and flour pan for large madeleines. Using an electric mixer, beat eggs and sugar in large bowl just to blend. Beat in vanilla, lemon peel and salt. Add flour; beat just until blended. Gradually add cooled melted butter in steady stream, beating just until blended. Do not overbeat.

Spoon 1 tablespoon of batter into each indentation in pan. Bake until puffed and brown, about 15 minutes. Cool 5 minutes. Gently remove from pan. Repeat process, buttering and flouring pan before each batch.

Dust cookies with powdered sugar or you can dip them in melted chocolate or drizzle lemon glaze on top.

For Lemon Glaze: mix enough powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice to get the consistency you like

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46 comments:

  1. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowApril 22, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    These are the cookies I have always wanted to make. The next time I am at a kitchen store I will pick up a pan. I usually don't buy specialty pans, but these are just something I have always wanted to try. Yours look great by the way.

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  2. Bird Stalker PhotographyApril 22, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    I have never tried a madeline, but they look so good! Thank you for stopping by!

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  3. LynnApril 22, 2011 at 1:31 PM

    Your cookies turned out beautiful! I've never tried to make these, I'm sure they're great! Happy Easter Weekend:@)

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  4. LeniaApril 22, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Excellent cookies!I prefer a cup of coffee too!Happy Easter weekend,dear:)

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  5. PamApril 22, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    I've never made Madeleines... they look really delicious.

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  6. PamApril 22, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Yum! I could go for one right now, they look excellent! I like them plain also. Happy Easter!

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  7. KathleenApril 22, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    They look great, Carol! I have my mom's pan.
    Perfect with a cup of tea!

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  8. BarbaraApril 22, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    You are so funny, Carol! And so right! Madeleines are a snap and yours look delish! Good work. I made some with pistachio flour recently...yummy. But do you know, I like them plain and simple with tea.

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  9. FoleyApril 22, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Thanks Carol for coming to my rescue for Flasback Friday!!! :) Yours do look good BUT......

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  10. GratefulPrayerThankfulHeartApril 22, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Well our flashbacks must both be a little shaky :) I thought I posted them on my blog too, but as I searched I just had a photo. I dipped them in chocolate for our little Keri's 'Paris' birthday party.

    The next time I make them I will use your recipe. Thank you for sharing!

    Your blogging friend, L

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  11. MarigeneApril 22, 2011 at 7:04 PM

    I'd love a cup of coffee and a Madeleine right now...maybe I should make a batch for breakfast tomorrow!

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  12. Alina---Explora CuisineApril 22, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Wow, these look so good! Wish I would have more time to make these for Easter :) Happy Easter Carol!!!

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  13. SailorApril 22, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Very interesting. Love to try this for our Easter!

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  14. mia xaraApril 22, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    I've never tried making madeleines because I don't really have the pan;they look so tempting however, I would really like to buy one and try your recipe..With COFFEE!!Have a joyful and blessed Easter weekend!

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  15. Cooking GalleryApril 23, 2011 at 4:03 AM

    Your madeleines look great! I've never tried making madeleines myself, I'm too intimidated to try...

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  16. TheBookGirlApril 23, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Someone must be trying to tell me something...I was just cleaning out my kitchen cabinets the other day and found my madeleine pans...I debated whether to toss them as it has been years since I made them...this post has made me add the pans to the save pile and I will make some soon :)

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  17. NanApril 23, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    I'm going to save the recipe, and get myself a madeleine pan. I'm fond of 'specialty' pans. Your recipe sounds so good. I like all that butter. :<)

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  18. caiteApril 23, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    gosh, now I need a Madeleine pan! lol

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  19. SavoringTime in the KitchenApril 23, 2011 at 11:26 AM

    I'm so glad I finally bought a Madeleine pan. Need to get it out again soon!

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  20. Diann @ The Thrifty GrooveApril 23, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I have always loved these cookies but, have never tried to make them. They look so good! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Easter!

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  21. Beth FApril 23, 2011 at 12:20 PM

    I'm with Caite -- I don't own a Madeleine pan, but now I want one!

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  22. SuzyApril 23, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    It does seem like you posted them before! I know I've used your recipe and they were great. I found a little place close to me that sells fresh madeleines and brioche. A weakness for me for sure!!! Great flashback :-)

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  23. MargotApril 23, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    You were going for impressive? You succeeded. I'm very impressed. They look professional. Good job.

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  24. Amanda- Eating in WinnipegApril 23, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    I just started a blog hop and I'd love for you to come and link up one of your great recipes!!

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  25. AnonymousApril 23, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Never heard of them, but they look really good.

    Feel free to visit my W C

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  26. RikkiApril 23, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    I agree, they do sound easy. And who doesn't love Madeleines? Especially covered in chocolate...

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  27. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiApril 23, 2011 at 6:06 PM

    They look so soft and luscious, Carol. I'd love to have a few with a cup of tea.
    Hope you and your family had a very Happy Passover.

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  28. UnknownApril 23, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    So, like sweet as sugar cookies, I have decided to do linky party, but this one it themed! I'd like to invite you to stop by and link up your themed treat! This week's theme is strawberries! Can't wait to see what you're bringing!
    http://cupcakeapothecary.blogspot.com/2011/04/bakers-monday.html

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  29. Country ReflectionsApril 23, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    They look delicious! I have never made them, but will have to start searching for a pan! Happy Easter!

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  30. MargApril 23, 2011 at 9:00 PM

    These look gorgeous. Not sure I have room for another pan in my drawer though!

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  31. Debbie@Mountain BreathsApril 23, 2011 at 9:09 PM

    I have never made them, but I do love them! Yours look so light and airy.

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  32. MarthaApril 23, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    You sound like me when it comes to baking! I can cook up all kinds of goodness but baking is usually disaster. Looks like you did a great job this time :-)

    I'm hosting an Easter Party over at Seaside Simplicity, hope you'll stop by and link up.

    I'm a new follower. Happy Easter!

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  33. HeatherApril 23, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I've always imagined that these would be far too difficult. I am putting this pan on my mother's day list. Thanks.

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  34. smApril 24, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Madeleines
    they look really delicious.

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  35. JoanneApril 24, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    These madeleines are adorable! And yay for not burning anything. I find that if I don't burn the cookies or the potholders, I always end up burning myself. It's a trade-off I guess.

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  36. Angie's RecipesApril 24, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Beautiful, beautiful! I wish a few of them for my afternoon tea!

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  37. Heather S-GApril 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    I've always "meant" to buy a madeleine pan...and everytime I see some, I wonder why I never have. They're so delicate and I want some! Gorgeous :D

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  38. Connie ArnoldApril 24, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    Those look great! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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  39. Kiersten @ Oh My VeggiesApril 24, 2011 at 3:50 PM

    You say that these are fool-proof, but I bet I could prove you wrong. ;) I love baking, but it never turns out quite right for me and these madeleines? They look PERFECT! The lemon glaze would make these the perfect treat for spring.

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  40. JulieApril 24, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    I just bought a Madeline pan. This recipe looks delicious. I laughed about burning the cookies or the potholders, that's so me too! Watch for my post about the Rhubarb Dump Cake, I made recently. My mistakes were funny.

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  41. BethApril 24, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Your madeleines are just lovely. I hadn't eaten them until our trip to France last summer, and I thought they were terrific. I haven't splurged on a madeleine pan though, so for now I'll just have to admire them in the blogosphere!

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  42. Mary BergfeldApril 24, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    These are my personal favorite tea cookie and the ones you've made really look delicious. I would be embarrassed for the world to see my pot holders :-). I hope you've had a wonderful weekend. Blessings...Mary

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  43. ChinoiseriesApril 25, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    I have been looking for a madeleine recipes for ages! Now I only need to get out and buy a baking mold for them. Thanks for sharing, your madeleines look beautiful!

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  44. eApril 25, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    This is just the perfect recipe! Great with my coffee!

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  45. CandaceApril 25, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    I have never had a madeline. They look delicious. I wish I had one to go with this coffee that I'm enjoying. That would be perfect.

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  46. RitaApril 27, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Imade some last fall and now you gave me the urge to get those pans out of the cupboard; Perfection!
    Rita

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