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!
Equipment
- Madeleine pan (this is essential for the signature shell shape!)
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
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
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and flour a Madeleine pan.
- Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and lemon zest.
- Gradually add cream, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in dry ingredients until no lumps remain.
- Chill batter for 30 minutes.
- Spoon batter into the pan and bake for 10-12 minutes.
- Cool slightly before serving.