Madeleines

Directions

  1. 1Brush the molds with melted butter, being very generous
  2. 2Sprinkle the molds with flour.
  3. 3Knock the mold to remove excess flour.
  4. 4Chop the candied oranges.
  5. 5Combine the butter with the chopped candied oranges and orange zest.
  6. 6Add the vanilla.
  7. 7Whisk all together and bring to a boil.
  8. 8Combine eggs, sugar and honey in a bowl.
  9. 9Whisk together.
  10. 10Add flour and baking powder.
  11. 11Sieve the flour.
  12. 12Add to the egg mix.
  13. 13Whisk well.
  14. 14Pour in the butter, orange and vanilla mixture.
  15. 15Whisk again until well combined.
  16. 16Refrigerate for 24 hours.
  17. 17Fill the madeleine molds with the batter.
  18. 18Bake in a hot oven at 220 degrees.
  19. 19Cook for five minutes, then turn off the oven and leave for a further 7-10 minutes.
  20. 20Cool the madeleines on their side.

Ingredients

  • butter
  • flour
  • eggs
  • sugar
  • honey
  • flour
  • baking powder
  • melted butter
  • candied oranges
  • fresh oranges zest
  • vanilla

Equipment

brushspatulawhisk

Tips

  • Butter and flour the molds well to prevent sticking.
  • Refrigerate the batter for 24 hours before baking.
  • Cool the madeleines on their side to prevent the tops from falling.