Description
- Indulge in delicate, buttery, shell-shaped creamy Madeline cookies made with a touch of cream for a richer, melt-in-your-mouth texture. This recipe offers a step-by-step guide to create these delightful treats.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Granulated sugar
- Large eggs
- Unsalted butter
- Heavy cream or Whole Milk Cream
- Vanilla extract
- Fresh lemon zest
Instructions
1. Melt the butter and set aside to cool slightly.
2. Whisk together eggs and sugar until pale and slightly thickened.
3. Stir in vanilla extract and lemon zest.
4. Gently fold in the cream until combined.
5. Gradually sift in flour and mix until just combined.
6. Gently stir in the melted butter until smooth.
7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (preferably an hour).
8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
9. Grease and lightly flour a Madeline pan.
10. Fill each mold about three-quarters full.
11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown and centers are puffed.
12. Let cool slightly before removing from molds.
Notes
- Chilling the batter is crucial for a tender cookie and the formation of the hump.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Properly greasing and flouring the pan is essential to avoid sticking.
- Adjust baking time based on your oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus 30-60 minutes chilling time)
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 120-150 calories
- Sugar: 8-10 grams
- Sodium: 30-50 mg
- Fat: 7-9 grams
- Carbohydrates: 14-16 grams
- Fiber: 0.5-1 gram
- Protein: 2-3 grams
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