LEMONY MADELEINES

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Bite-sized and irresistible, these lemony Madeleines are a classic, spongy, and unmistakably French.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Yield Makes 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

10 tablespoons (1 1/4 sticks) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for pan
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, plus more for pan
1/2 cup cake flour, not self-rising
1 pinch of table salt
2 large eggs
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 lemon
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Butter and lightly flour madeleine pan. In medium bowl, whisk both flours and salt together. In bowl of an electric mixer with whisk attachment, beat eggs and sugar together. Add vanilla and lemon zest, then flour mixture; beat until just combined. On low speed, pour in melted butter in a steady stream; mix until incorporated.
  • Spoon rounded tablespoon batter into each form. Bake 5 minutes; reduce oven to 350 degrees. Bake until golden, 8 to 10 minutes more. Let cool slightly; remove from pan. Dust with confectioners' sugar, and serve.

Nankya Margie
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I had trouble getting the madeleines to rise properly.


Gary Mckeel
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These madeleines are a bit too sweet for my taste.


conrard maritz
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I'm going to try making these madeleines with different flavors next time.


Bikrant Pandey
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These madeleines are perfect for a special occasion.


Alex Morrison
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I love the delicate flavor of these madeleines.


chantal kukey
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These madeleines are a great way to use up leftover egg whites.


Hira Khurram
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I'm not usually a fan of lemon desserts, but these madeleines changed my mind. The lemon flavor is subtle and not overpowering.


Syed Ahmad Sultan
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These madeleines are so versatile. I've served them for breakfast, lunch, and dessert. They're always a hit.


Jose Contreras
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I love how easy these madeleines are to make. I can whip up a batch in no time.


Dorothy James Cisco
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These are the best madeleines I've ever had! The lemon flavor is perfect, and the texture is so light and airy.


Ameer Hamza Hamza
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I've made these madeleines several times now, and they always turn out great. They're so easy to make, and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Kiran Magar
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These madeleines were a hit at my dinner party! The lemon flavor was light and refreshing, and the texture was perfect.