Blue Corn Madelines
Delight your taste buds with these Blue Corn Madeleines, a stunning twist on the classic French treat. Made with nutty, vibrant blue cornmeal, these madeleines offer a rustic yet elegant flavor profile, perfectly balanced by the rich butter and fragrant vanilla. The batter, chilled for a signature hump, bakes into golden, tender pastries with crisp edges and soft, cake-like centers. Ready in just 30 minutes of active time, these madeleines are an impressive addition to your dessert repertoire, perfect for afternoon tea, brunch, or as a unique treat for guests. Add a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness and a visually striking finish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Blue cornmeal
- 60 grams All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 115 grams Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 120 grams Granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 60 ml Whole milk
- 15 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the blue cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In another bowl, whisk the granulated sugar and eggs until pale and frothy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract and milk to the egg mixture, and stir until combined.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Slowly pour the melted butter into the batter while stirring gently. Mix until the butter is fully incorporated.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the batter for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight). This step helps the madeleines achieve their signature hump.
When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously grease a madeleine pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of batter into each madeleine mold, filling it about 3/4 full.
Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers spring back when gently pressed.
Remove from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for 2 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2234 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 110.7 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.9 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 628 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 1218 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.4 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 140.9 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 510 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
