Salted Caramel Madeleines
Prep
20 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
These little French cakes have completely stolen my heart, and I think you'll understand why once you taste them. Buttery, tender madeleines with a rich salted caramel center might sound fancy, but honestly, they come together in under an hour and require just basic pantry staples. The best part? Heavy cream adds wonderful calcium and fat soluble vitamins that help your body absorb nutrients, making these indulgent treats feel a tiny bit virtuous. Whether you're baking for a special occasion or simply craving something beautiful, this recipe delivers impressive results without any complicated techniques.
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Ingredients
- 250 gall-purpose flour
- 200 gsugar
- 2eggs
- 120 gunsalted butter(melted)
- 100 mlheavy cream
- 150 gcaramel sauce(homemade or store-bought)
- 5 gsalt
- 5 gbaking powder
- 10 gflaky sea salt
- 50 ggranulated sugar(for caramel topping)
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350ºfF) and prepare a 12-cup madeleine tin.
Tip: Use a non-stick tin for easy release.
- 2
In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and flaky sea salt.
Tip: Aim for a smooth and even mixture.
- 3
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, melted butter, and heavy cream.
Tip: Make sure the mixture is well combined and free of lumps.
- 4
Gradually pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients and whisk until smooth.
Tip: Avoid overmixing for a delicate texture.
- 5
Pour the batter into the prepared tin and smooth the tops.
Tip: Don't overfill the tin for even baking.
- 6
Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
Tip: Keep an eye on the timer for perfectly cooked madeleines.
- 7
Allow the madeleines to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Tip: This helps prevent breakage and easy cooling.
- 8
Drizzle with caramel sauce and sprinkle with granulated sugar for a sweet and salty topping.
Tip: Optional but highly recommended for an extra-special treat.
- 9
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Tip: These madeleines are best consumed fresh, so plan accordingly.
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