Orange-Blossom-Honey Madeleines

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

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Indulge in the delicate sweetness 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 charming little cakes are not only a feast for the eyes but also a treat for the palate, making them an ideal addition to any gathering or a special afternoon tea.

With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and yielding 16 servings, this vegetarian recipe is both accessible and impressive. Each madeleine is light and airy, boasting a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. The subtle hint of orange zest adds a refreshing brightness, while the honey infuses each bite with a natural sweetness that is simply irresistible.

Perfectly golden and slightly crisp on the outside, these madeleines are best enjoyed warm, either on their own or paired with a luscious Ginger-Yogurt Mousse topped with Pistachio Meringue for an extra touch of elegance. Whether you’re hosting a brunch, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, these madeleines are sure to impress and delight your guests. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these exquisite treats that will transport you to a sun-kissed garden with every bite!

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