Orange Madeleines

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Orange Madeleines
42 min.
2
646kcal

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Indulge in the delightful world of French pastries with these exquisite Orange Madeleines. Perfectly light and airy, these charming little cakes are a wonderful way to satisfy your sweet tooth while impressing your friends and family. With a hint of citrus from the orange-flavored liqueur and freshly grated orange peel, each bite transports you to a sun-kissed orchard, making them an ideal treat for any occasion.

What sets these madeleines apart is their unique texture, achieved through the careful folding of a fluffy meringue into the batter. This technique ensures that they rise beautifully in the oven, creating a delicate shell with a soft, moist interior. Whether enjoyed with a cup of tea or as a sweet ending to a dinner party, these madeleines are sure to be a hit.

In just 42 minutes, you can create a batch of these delightful desserts that serve two, making them perfect for a cozy evening at home or a romantic dinner. With only 646 calories for the entire serving, you can indulge without the guilt. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake these irresistible Orange Madeleines that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  •  eggs separated
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar 
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • tablespoon orange juice orange-flavored
  • 1.5 teaspoons orange zest grated
  • servings powdered sugar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375F. Grease and flour twenty-four 3-inch madeleine molds. Beat egg white in small bowl with electric mixer on high speed until foamy. Beat in 1/4 cup of the granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time. Continue beating until stiff and glossy; set meringue aside.
  2. Beat egg yolk, remaining 1/4 cup granulated sugar and remaining ingredients except powdered sugar in medium bowl with electric mixer on high speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Fold in meringue.
  3. Fill molds two-thirds full. Tap pan firmly on counter to remove air bubbles.
  4. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are light brown. Cool slightly before removing from pan. Cool on wire rack.
  5. Sprinkle with powdered sugar just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories646kcal
Protein6.92%
Fat25.39%
Carbs67.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
163.55
Glycemic Load
71.7
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
15.740869584291%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
1.02mg
Naringenin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:646.27kcal
32.31%
Fat:18.44g
28.36%
Saturated Fat:4g
24.98%
Carbohydrates:110.57g
36.86%
Net Carbohydrates:108.71g
39.53%
Sugar:61.62g
68.47%
Cholesterol:89.16mg
29.72%
Sodium:665.15mg
28.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:11.31g
22.62%
Selenium:29.48µg
42.11%
Vitamin B1:0.54mg
36.2%
Folate:127.71µg
31.93%
Vitamin B2:0.51mg
29.91%
Calcium:277.11mg
27.71%
Vitamin K:25.46µg
24.24%
Phosphorus:240.16mg
24.02%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.97%
Iron:3.68mg
20.44%
Vitamin B3:3.82mg
19.09%
Vitamin E:1.42mg
9.46%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.75%
Vitamin B5:0.86mg
8.62%
Vitamin C:6.29mg
7.62%
Fiber:1.87g
7.48%
Vitamin D:1.11µg
7.41%
Zinc:0.99mg
6.57%
Magnesium:25.79mg
6.45%
Potassium:210.74mg
6.02%
Copper:0.12mg
5.81%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.41%
Vitamin A:240.92IU
4.82%