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Freshly baked chocolate madeleines dusted with powdered sugar arranged on elegant white plate
John

Chocolate Madeleines

These Chocolate Madeleines are light, spongy French cakes with a delightful cocoa twist. Perfectly soft with crisp edges, they make an elegant treat for tea time, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 95

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder sifted
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
Optional Topping
  • powdered sugar for dusting

Method
 

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, beat the eggs and sugar with a whisk or mixer until pale and thick, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  3. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture until just combined. Pour in the melted butter and fold until smooth.
  4. Cover the batter and refrigerate for 1 hour to help develop the signature hump.
  5. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease and lightly flour a madeleine pan.
  6. Spoon the batter into the madeleine molds, filling each about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the madeleines spring back when lightly touched.
  8. Allow to cool slightly before removing from the pan. Dust with powdered sugar before serving if desired.

Notes

Chilling the batter is key to achieving the classic madeleine hump. For extra decadence, dip the cooled madeleines in melted chocolate.
Nutrition Information
  • Calories: 95
  • Total Fat: 5.2g
    • Saturated Fat: 3.1g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 42mg
  • Sodium: 85mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 11.8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0.8g
    • Total Sugars: 6.2g
    • Added Sugars: 5.5g
  • Protein: 2.1g
  • Vitamin A: 4% DV