Description
Want to keep your madeleines soft, moist, and fresh for days? This guide covers expert baking techniques, storage methods, and foolproof tips to prevent dryness. Say goodbye to tough, stale madeleines and enjoy bakery-quality treats every time!
Ingredients
- Unsalted Butter – 100g (Adds richness and moisture)
- Granulated Sugar – 100g (Helps retain softness)
- Eggs – 2 large (Creates a tender structure)
- Honey or Maple Syrup – 1 tbsp (A natural humectant that traps moisture)
- All-Purpose Flour – 120g (Provides structure but too much dries them out)
- Baking Powder – 1 tsp (Ensures a light, fluffy texture)
- Whole Milk or Cream – 2 tbsp (Keeps the crumb soft)
- Vanilla Extract – 1 tsp (Enhances flavor and richness)
- Lemon Zest (Optional) – 1 tsp (Adds freshness)
Instructions
- Melt the butter and let it cool slightly.
- Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy to create air pockets.
- Add honey for natural moisture retention.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients to avoid overmixing.
- Chill the batter for at least one hour before baking to improve texture.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the madeleine pan.
- Spoon the batter into molds, filling them three-fourths full.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes until edges turn golden.
- Let madeleines cool on a wire rack for five minutes before storing.
- Store in an airtight container with a slice of apple to maintain moisture.
Notes
- Avoid overmixing to prevent dryness.
- Store at room temperature for up to 3 days; refrigeration may dry them out.
- If madeleines become sticky, cool them completely before storing.
- To reheat without drying: wrap in parchment paper and heat at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 madeleine
- Calories: ~120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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