Madeleines are very versatile biscuits. They taste great and look good. Â The madeleine recipe is also super easy!
Madeleines can be served on their own for the afternoon snack, or with coffee or tea. They can also be used for picnic and parties , they do not require cutting and always present well.
You will need a special madeleine print mould, use a metal one or silicone one, both work well.  A number of online stores sell them. It is better to have two of those, as it will ensure a prompter cooking time.
Makes 24
Preparation – 15 minutes
Cooking – 15-18 minutes per batch
Ingredients:
- 125 g of butter
- 2 large eggs
- 150 g of caster sugar
- 1 pinch of salt (omit if using salted butter)
- 150 g plain flour
- The zest of one lemon (non treated)
Method:
- Warm up the oven to 160-170°C
- If using metal madeleine prints, butter the bottom of each print.
- Melt the butter and set aside
- Mix together the eggs and sugar until creamy and light (use a whisk).
- Add in the butter, salt and lemon zest. Mix well.
- Add the flour. Mix well.
- Using a spoon, fill each print of the mould halfway.
- Place in the oven until cooked for 15-18 minutes. Â The cooking time will vary between ovens.
- Turn over on a cooling rack, making sure the madeleines are not on top of each other and allow to cool before storing away.
