The Best Madeleine Cookies Recipe Using Cream
Seeking a new favorite? This madeleine cookies recipe using cream bakes up tender, fragrant treats—perfect for enjoying with coffee or tea anytime
Equipment
- Madeleine Mold – Essential for shaping the cookies.
- Mixing Bowls – For wet and dry ingredients.
- Electric Mixer or Whisk – For beating eggs and sugar.
- Spatula – For gently folding ingredients.
- Measuring Cups & Spoons – For accurate ingredient portions.
- Sifter or Fine Mesh Strainer – To aerate flour and baking powder.
- Cooling Rack – To allow madeleines to cool evenly.
Ingredients
For the Madeleine Batter:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest optional
For Dusting (Optional):
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Batter
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a madeleine mold with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest (if using).
Step 2: Combine Dry & Wet Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into the egg mixture.
- Pour in heavy cream and melted butter, folding gently until just combined.
Step 3: Bake the Madeleines
- Spoon batter into madeleine molds, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 9-10 minutes, or until edges are golden and centers spring back when touched.
Step 4: Cool & Serve
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then remove from the mold.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Notes
Nutrition Facts (Per Madeleines, Approximate)
- Calories: ~130 kcal
- Protein: ~2g
- Carbohydrates: ~15g
- Fiber: ~0.5g
- Sugar: ~8g
- Fat: ~7g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Sodium: ~60mg
- Calcium: ~20mg