Madeleine Cookies

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup (100g) sugar
• 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon (5g) baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon (1-2g) salt ((optional))
• 8 tablespoons (113g) unsalted butter, (melted and cooled to room temperature)
• 1 tablespoon (6g) grated lemon zest, (optional)
• powdered sugar (for dusting)

Steps

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour your madeleine pan or spray it with non-stick cooking spray.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Then, stir in the vanilla extract.

3. 3

   Sift the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl.

4. 4

   Combine the flour mixture with the beaten eggs a little at a time and fold using a spatula until all the flour has been added. Add the grated lemon zest if using.

5. 5

   Slowly pour in the melted butter and continue folding until thoroughly combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl.

6. 6

   Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each one about three-quarters full. After filling the molds, gently tap the pan on the counter to release air bubbles for an even texture.

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the madeleines are lightly golden around the edges and spring back when lightly pressed.

8. 8

   Remove from the oven and let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

9. 9

   Once cooled, dust the madeleines with powdered sugar if desired. Enjoy your homemade madeleines with a cup of tea or coffee!