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Madeleines with Lemon Zest recipe by Safe Plated

Madeleines with Lemon Zest

Classic shell-shaped French cakes with a delicate lemon flavor. Perfect with tea or coffee.

15m prep + 12m cook4 servings
Contains dairyContains eggContains wheatSHELLFISH-free
150 cal|2g protein|18g carbs|8g fat

Ingredients

  • 6 tablespoons Butter
  • 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and flour a madeleine pan.
  2. 2Melt butter and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. 3In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. 4In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  5. 5Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. 6Slowly drizzle in the melted butter, mixing until smooth.
  7. 7Spoon batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
  8. 8Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and the edges are lightly browned.
  9. 9Let cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

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