Butterscotch Madeleines
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Butterscotch Madeleines are delicate French sponge cakes infused with rich butterscotch syrup. Made with all purpose flour, eggs, butter and a touch of vanilla extract, these little treats come together in just 20 minutes of preparation and 25 minutes in the oven. Perfect for anyone seeking an elegant, homemade dessert that's simple to prepare yet impressive to serve.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 ggranulated sugar
- 100 gunsalted butter, softened
- 2 egglarge eggs
- 50 mlbutterscotch syrup(store-bought or homemade)
- 5 gbaking soda
- 2 gsalt
- 1 mlvanilla extract
- 20 gconfectioners' sugar
- 50 mlvegetable oil
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Prepare a 12-cup madeleine pan by dusting it with confectioners' sugar.
Tip: This will ensure easy removal of the madeleines.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Tip: Make sure to whisk thoroughly to avoid lumps.
- 3
In a large bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Tip: Use a stand mixer for easier handling.
- 4
Beat in the large eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract.
Tip: Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- 5
Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
Tip: Don't overmix, as this can lead to dense madeleines.
- 6
Stir in the butterscotch syrup and vegetable oil.
Tip: If using store-bought syrup, make sure it's at room temperature.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each cup about 2/3 full.
Tip: Don't overfill, as this can cause the madeleines to overflow during baking.
- 8
Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Tip: Keep an eye on the madeleines during the last 5 minutes of baking, as the baking time can vary.
- 9
Remove the madeleines from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
Tip: Don't try to remove them immediately, as this can cause them to break.
- 10
Transfer the madeleines to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tip: This will help them set properly and make them easier to store.
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