Maida Heatter's Chocolate Madeleines Recipe

Name: Maida Heatter's Chocolate Madeleines
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup sifted flour; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch; 2 teaspoons powdered instant coffee; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ⅛ teaspoon salt, if desired; 1/4 pound sweet butter, plus butter for greasing pans; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 2 teaspoons dark rum or Cognac; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs, plus 4 egg yolks; Confectioners' sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 cup sifted flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch
2 teaspoons powdered instant coffee
1 teaspoon baking powder
⅛ teaspoon salt, if desired
1/4 pound sweet butter, plus butter for greasing pans
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons dark rum or Cognac
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, plus 4 egg yolks
Confectioners' sugar

1
You will need two special madeleine pans, available in fine kitchen equipment shops, to prepare these cookies.
2
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
3
Lightly brush the cookie indentations of each pan with butter, using a pastry brush.
4
Take care not to leave any unbuttered spots.
5
Sift together the flour, cocoa, coffee, baking powder and salt.
6
Set aside.
7
Place the 1/4 pound of butter in the bowl of an electric mixer and cream thoroughly.
8
Beat in the vanilla, rum or Cognac and granulated sugar.
9
Add the whole eggs and egg yolks and beat thoroughly.
10
The mixture may take on a curdled look, but that is proper.
11
Start beating on low speed while adding the dry ingredients.
12
Beat only long enough to blend.
13
Place a rounded teaspoon of the batter into each of the cookie indentations.
14
Do not spread; it will settle itself.
15
Place in the oven and bake about 12 minutes or until madeleines spring back when touched with the fingertips.
16
Remove from the oven and invert onto a rack.
17
Arrange them patterned side up on the rack.
18
Using a sieve, dust lightly with confectioners' sugar.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup sifted flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, preferably Dutch, 2 teaspoons powdered instant coffee, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Maida Heatter's Chocolate Madeleines falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Maida Heatter's Chocolate Madeleines

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Variations & substitutions

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