Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines

Vegetarian
Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines
45 min.
16
79kcal

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Indulge in the delicate charm of Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines, a delightful dessert that perfectly marries the floral notes of orange blossom honey with the rich, buttery goodness of traditional madeleines. These petite French treats are not only a feast for the eyes but also a symphony of flavors that will transport you to a sun-drenched garden with every bite.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and yielding 16 servings, these madeleines are ideal for gatherings, afternoon tea, or simply as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. Each madeleine is light and airy, boasting a tender crumb that melts in your mouth, while the hint of orange zest adds a refreshing citrus twist. The subtle sweetness from the honey elevates the flavor profile, making them irresistible.

What’s more, these madeleines are vegetarian-friendly, allowing everyone to partake in their delightful taste. The recipe is straightforward, making it accessible for both novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether served warm on their own or paired with a luscious Ginger-Yogurt Mousse topped with Pistachio Meringue, these madeleines are sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these exquisite Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines that will not only satisfy your sweet tooth but also bring a touch of elegance to your dessert table!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • large eggs 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.1 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons orange-flower water 
  • 0.5 teaspoon orange zest finely grated
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted cooled melted plus more for molds
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into amedium bowl. Using an electric mixer, beateggs and sugar in a large bowl until paleyellow and thick, about 4 minutes. Beatin honey, vanilla, and orange zest. Gentlyfold in dry ingredients.
  2. Add 5 tablespoons meltedbutter; gently fold into batter. Press plasticwrap directly onto surface of batter; chillfor at least 3 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made1 day ahead. Keep chilled.
  3. Position a rack in center of oven; preheatto 400°F. Lightly brush madeleine molds withbutter.
  4. Place pan on a baking sheet. Drop1 scant tablespoon batter into each mold.
  5. Bakeuntil golden and a tester inserted into centercomes out clean, about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove pan from oven, invert, andquickly knock madeleines out of pan.
  7. Servewarm on their own or with Ginger-Yogurt
  8. Mousse with Pistachio Meringue.

Nutrition Facts

Calories79kcal
Protein7.27%
Fat48.14%
Carbs44.59%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.82
Glycemic Load
6.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.6360869449766%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:79.24kcal
3.96%
Fat:4.21g
6.48%
Saturated Fat:2.45g
15.33%
Carbohydrates:8.78g
2.93%
Net Carbohydrates:8.62g
3.13%
Sugar:4.26g
4.74%
Cholesterol:32.66mg
10.89%
Sodium:40.98mg
1.78%
Alcohol:0.17g
100%
Alcohol %:0.94%
100%
Protein:1.43g
2.86%
Selenium:3.97µg
5.68%
Vitamin B2:0.06mg
3.55%
Folate:13.81µg
3.45%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.26%
Vitamin A:143.34IU
2.87%
Phosphorus:22.53mg
2.25%
Iron:0.4mg
2.22%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.16%
Vitamin B3:0.36mg
1.78%
Calcium:12.98mg
1.3%
Vitamin D:0.19µg
1.27%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.27%
Vitamin E:0.17mg
1.14%
Vitamin B12:0.06µg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious