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Madeleine cookies recipe using cream

Creamy Madeleine Cookies: A French Classic Made Easy

These Madeleine cookies are soft, buttery, and enriched with cream for an extra tender crumb. Perfect for tea time or dessert!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon optional

Equipment

  • Madeleine pan (this is essential for the signature shell shape!)
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and flour a Madeleine pan.
  2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and lemon zest.
  5. Gradually add cream, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in dry ingredients until no lumps remain.
  7. Chill batter for 30 minutes.
  8. Spoon batter into the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
  9. Cool slightly before serving.