Earl Grey Tea Madeleines with Honey

Vegetarian
Earl Grey Tea Madeleines with Honey
45 min.
12
116kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic French treat with these Earl Grey Tea Madeleines infused with the natural sweetness of honey. These charming little cakes are perfect for any dessert table or an elegant afternoon tea, combining the delicate flavors of bergamot and lemon with a soft, buttery texture that’s hard to resist. Each bite transports you to a quaint Parisian café, where the aroma of freshly baked madeleines is irresistible.

Easy to make, yet sophisticated in taste, these madeleines are a wonderful way to impress family and friends. The infusion of Earl Grey tea into the butter adds an unexpected depth while the hints of lemon peel brighten the flavor profile. Drizzling in honey not only sweetens the batter but also gives these treats a subtle floral note that’s truly enchanting.

Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, these madeleines bring a touch of elegance and charm to any gathering. With just a little preparation and time for chilling, you can create a batch that yields 12 servings—enough to share, or to keep all to yourself! Perfectly paired with your favorite cup of tea or coffee, this dessert is sure to become a new favorite in your baking repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s make some magic in the kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup flour 
  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted for molds, room temperature
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons honey 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest packed finely grated ()
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons ginger tea bags (preferably Earl Grey)
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • sieve
  • plastic wrap
  • hand mixer
  • cheesecloth

Directions

  1. Line small sieve with 2 layers of damp cheesecloth and set sieve over small bowl. Melt 5 tablespoons butter in saucepan over low heat.
  2. Mix in tea.
  3. Let stand 10 minutes, then pour into sieve. Twist cheesecloth tightly around tea mixture, releasing tea-flavored butter into bowl.
  4. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into medium bowl. Using electric mixer, beat eggs and sugar in large bowl until thick, about 4 minutes.
  5. Add honey, vanilla, and lemon peel; beat 1 minute longer. Gently fold in dry ingredients, then tea-flavored butter. Press plastic wrap onto surface of batter; chill batter at least 3 hours and up to 1 day.
  6. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 400°F.
  7. Brush twelve 3x2-inch madeleine molds with butter. Dust with flour; tap out excess.
  8. Place pan on baking sheet. Drop 1 scant tablespoon batter into each mold (batter will spread while baking, filling molds completely).
  9. Bake madeleines until golden and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 10 minutes. Sharply rap pan on work surface to loosen madeleines, then turn out onto rack.
  10. Serve warm or at room temperature.
  11. Silicone madeleine molds need no buttering amd flouring — and their flexibility makes unmolding a cinch (you can actually turn them inside out).
  12. Put the mold on a baking sheet so that it will be easy to get the flexible pan in and out of the oven.

Nutrition Facts

Calories116kcal
Protein6.58%
Fat43.37%
Carbs50.05%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.28
Glycemic Load
9.74
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
2.1830434812152%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:116.26kcal
5.81%
Fat:5.62g
8.64%
Saturated Fat:3.27g
20.45%
Carbohydrates:14.59g
4.86%
Net Carbohydrates:14.36g
5.22%
Sugar:8.56g
9.51%
Cholesterol:43.54mg
14.51%
Sodium:70.65mg
3.07%
Alcohol:0.23g
100%
Alcohol %:0.84%
100%
Protein:1.92g
3.84%
Selenium:5.33µg
7.61%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.81%
Folate:18.47µg
4.62%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.34%
Vitamin A:190.82IU
3.82%
Iron:0.55mg
3.04%
Phosphorus:30.18mg
3.02%
Manganese:0.06mg
3.01%
Vitamin B3:0.48mg
2.39%
Calcium:17.48mg
1.75%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.71%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.52%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.4%
Zinc:0.18mg
1.18%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Source:Epicurious