Lavender Madeleines
Delight your senses with these elegant Lavender Madeleines, a French-inspired treat infused with the floral aroma of dried culinary lavender and a hint of sweet honey. These light, buttery sponge cakes are baked to perfection, showcasing their signature golden-brown edges and iconic hump. By steeping lavender in melted butter, this recipe achieves a delicate, aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with the subtle sweetness of vanilla. Chilling the batter ensures a soft, fluffy texture, while dusting the finished madeleines with powdered sugar adds a touch of refined charm. Perfect alongside a cup of tea or coffee, these dainty lavender madeleines are a sophisticated addition to any dessert spread. Ideal for special gatherings or an indulgent everyday treat, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a culinary masterpiece.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Dried culinary lavender
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the honey and dried lavender. Let it cool slightly and allow the lavender to infuse the butter.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
In another medium bowl, use a hand mixer or whisk to beat the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture is pale, light, and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in two additions, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
Strain the lavender butter mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the lavender buds, and slowly fold the infused butter into the batter, ensuring it's fully incorporated.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the batter for 30 minutes to an hour. Chilling the batter helps create the signature hump of madeleines during baking.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and generously butter and flour a madeleine pan to prevent sticking.
Spoon a heaping tablespoon of batter into each mold, filling it about three-quarters full. Do not spread the batter; it will spread on its own while baking.
Bake the madeleines for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers have puffed up.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for 1-2 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Dust the madeleines with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Serve these delicate Lavender Madeleines fresh and enjoy with tea or coffee.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 59.2 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.2 g | 156% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 496 mg | 165% | |
| Sodium | 966 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.8 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 133.0 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 92 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 312 mg | 7% | |
*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.
