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Recipe: Spiced Madeleines – perfect for the holidays

Published on December 3, 2015 by Helen 46 Comments
Last Updated on February 7, 2019

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These pretty French cakes bake in minutes. Make a batter in advance and then bake fresh every time

One of the things that I love about Christmas is that it is an occasion to eat really good, special food that one does not normally have.   Of course in these days of plenty it is less of a feast than it once was, but as liturgically Christmas is a Feast, it seems very appropriate to eat well!
Madeleines are one of my favourite things to bake, and making a batch is really easy as you need to make the batter in advance, and bake it from chilled.  Once ready the batter can safely be kept in the fridge for a few days, and the cakes only take a about 10 minutes to bake, prep ahead at its best!  A fresh Madeleine, still warm from the oven is sublime – light and airy, and with a crisp base.   Going with the season I have spiced mine with a warming winter seasonal spice blend – containing cloves, cinnamon, cardamom and star anise amongst others – perfect for a Madeleine.

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  • Can I make Madeleines Dairy Free?
  • Recipe: Spiced Madeleines
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Notes

Can I make Madeleines Dairy Free?

Absolutely you can! Just replace the butter with the same weight of your favourite dairy free spread. I made my honey and orange Madeleines with a dairy free spread – when you are using a butter replacement it is even more important that you serve them fresh from the oven.

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Recipe: Spiced Madeleines

These beautiful little French cakes are astonishingly easy to make and will always impress. This version is gently flavoured with a warming winter spice blend.
Servings: 20
Author: Helen Best-Shaw
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
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Ingredients

  • 75 g butter ( melted and cooled)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 90 g granulated sugar
  • 100 g plain flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp mixed spice blend
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Weigh the butter into a saucepan and gently heat until melted. Remove the pan from the hob and allow to cool, but not solidify.
  • Whisk the eggs and sugar together until they have doubled in size and are light and fluffy. Slowly fold in the flour, baking powder, spice and salt.
  • Slowly pour in the melted butter, gently folding all the time until you have a foamy batter that is full of air. When mixed cover the bowl and put in the fridge for at least an hour to chill.
  • Melt a little more butter and brush it onto a Madeleine pan, allow to cool and then dust with flour.
  • Heat the oven to 190C/ GM 5. Use a spoon to fill the Madeleine pan with the batter so each well is about ? full and bake for 7 - 9 minutes until until risen, golden and shrinking away from the edges of the pan.
  • Leave for a few minutes and then turn out. Dust with a little icing sugar and a pinch more spice to serve.
  • The Madeleines are best enjoyed when still warm and crisp on the outside. They can be stored for a day but will lose that just cooked crisp outside.

Notes

If you do not have a Madeleine tin then make these in a mini muffin pan.
• Please note that the nutrition information provided below is approximate and meant as a guideline only.
• Unless stated otherwise cup conversions have been made with an online tool. For accuracy please check with your favoured conversion tool. We recommend buying inexpensive digital kitchen scales.
Nutrition Facts
Recipe: Spiced Madeleines
Amount Per Serving
Calories 69 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 24mg8%
Sodium 35mg2%
Potassium 24mg1%
Carbohydrates 8g3%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 115IU2%
Calcium 10mg1%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Cakes
Cuisine: French
Keyword: Spiced Madeleines
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These pretty French cakes bake in minutes. Make a batter in advance and then bake fresh every time

 

 

These pretty French cakes bake in minutes. Make a batter in advance and then bake fresh every time

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  1. Camilla

    5 stars
    I have never made Madeleines but really love the sound of these with the spice twist – very festive:-)

    Reply
    • Helen

      I love madeleines, although you do need to make the batter the day before and let it chill.

      Reply
  2. Bintu | Recipes From A Pantry

    5 stars
    I am so desperate to make Madeleines and now I actually can as I have everything including the Waitrose spice blend to do it.

    Reply
    • Helen

      I love madeleines! One of my favorite things to make.

      Reply
  3. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    These are beautiful Helen. I think they would make a lovely Christmas gift for someone too.

    Reply
    • Helen

      they would, but they really only taste good if you eat them within 10 mins of baking them.

      Reply
  4. Michelle Stokes

    I’ve never made Madeleines but these look delicious and I must give them a go :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      They are actually very easy to make, and the batter lasts so several days so you can just put them in the oven when you want some.

      Reply
  5. StressedMum

    One thing I have never made is madelines and always wanted too, unfortunately I won’t be able to make them this side of christmas due to our oven blowing up and our new one being delivered next Wednesday, but will be giving these a try at some stage x

    Reply
    • Helen

      Oh goodness. I hope it arrives on time!

      Reply
  6. Ana De- Jesus

    Madelines are so delicious at this time of year. I like mine with some hot choccy and ice cream.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Oh that sounds good!

      Reply
  7. Nayna Kanabar

    I need a madeleine tin these look gorgeous nad the addition of the spice makes them A1

    Reply
    • Helen

      You could use a mini muffin pan Nayna, but a madeleine pan is best.

      Reply
  8. Claire

    5 stars
    These look so yummy, I will definitely be saving this recipe.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Let me know if you make them Claire.

      Reply
  9. The London Mum

    5 stars
    Oh wow, they look delicious and I love the twist with the festive flavours. I’ve never thought about making them, but seeing as you’ve said they’re easy I might try it!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Super easy, and have the benefit that you prep them in advance.

      Reply
  10. Rachel

    Tried to make these once and it didnt go so well, I am not sure I left the batter for long enough to chill x

    Reply
    • Helen

      You need to fold it together very slowly, and chill for a good few hours, maybe try chilling the pan too.

      Reply
  11. Stella Kashmoney

    5 stars
    I am so loving this recipe. Love baking, so I will be playing around with this.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Madeleines are one of my favourite things to make.

      Reply
  12. Renna

    5 stars
    I’ve never made madelines, but, I think I’m going to try these with gluten Free flour as an experiment. Yummy

    Reply
    • Helen

      Let me know how you get on. I love madeleines.

      Reply
  13. Ickle Pickle

    They do look very impressive and yummy! My family would be impressed if I made these. Nice as a treat gift too. Kaz x

    Reply
    • Helen

      They really are super easy. Not so good as a gift as they need to be oven fresh.

      Reply
  14. Catstello

    Never heard of these before, but they look very festive!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Do give them a go Cat!

      Reply
  15. Zoe IKIWN

    5 stars
    These are so cute, and the recipe looks so easy to follow. I’ve been looking for a little baking project for Christmas Eve and I think I may have just found it! Thank you :)

    Reply
    • Helen

      I hope you enjoy them Zoe. You can make the batter up to 48 hours before!

      Reply
  16. Rachel Anderson

    5 stars
    I don’t have childhood memories of madeleines, but these do look yummy.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks Rachel.

      Reply
  17. Jack Carpenter

    5 stars
    Fresh madeleines are so yummy and so simple, and the idea of adding spices is genius. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Helen

      thanks Jack! I hope you enjoy them.

      Reply
  18. Jamie

    I love madeleines and love making them. I’ve made delicious, simple vanilla madeleines but I didn’t think of adding spices. These are perfect!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks Jamie, they are such lovely cakes. I make all sorts of variations.

      Reply
  19. whatlauraloves

    I can’t believe I have never heard of a spiced madeline before but they certainly look like something I’d enjoy! xxx

    Reply
    • Helen

      I love Madeleines, make a big batch of batter and bake a few for the next few days.

      Reply
  20. Zara Lipstixx

    5 stars
    These look and sound amazing! I’m such a sucker for spiced foods! Something so warming about them!

    Reply
    • Helen

      So so easy to make too, perfect for this time of year.

      Reply
  21. [email protected]'s Recipes

    These madeleines look absolutely perfect, Helen.

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thank you Angie, we did rather enjoy them!

      Reply
  22. Louise

    5 stars
    Ooh I LOVE Madeleines! And this look absolutely delicious :)

    Louise x

    Reply
    • Helen

      Thanks Louise, I really do enjoy making madeleines.

      Reply
  23. Keely

    Madeleines are just delicious, thanks for sharing the recipe! I had no idea the batter saved before cooking!

    Reply
    • Helen

      Absolutely. Keep it in the fridge for several days.

      Reply

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