Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines

Madeleines are small sponge cakes with a distinctive shell-like shape. They are believed to have originated in the Lorraine region of France.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: French Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₂ cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Orange blossom honey
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour madeleine molds.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, orange zest, vanilla extract, and orange blossom honey.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly touched.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool in the molds for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 150kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 18g6%

Sugars 10g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.