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An extreme close-up of a chocolate madeleine, showing the moist and tender crumb texture of these classic French butter cakes.
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Chocolate Madeleine Recipe: Bake Perfect French Cakes

This foolproof Chocolate Madeleine Recipe delivers perfectly light, shell-shaped French cakes with the iconic hump and a rich, double-chocolate flavor. An easy, step-by-step guide for elegant and delicious results every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 27 minutes
Servings: 24 madeleines
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: French
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 0.75 cup unsalted butter melted, plus more for pan
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature
  • 0.66 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour plus more for pan
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 3 oz dark chocolate finely chopped and melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • 1 Madeleine Pan
  • 1 Electric Mixer
  • 1 Piping Bag

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer on high speed for 5-7 minutes until pale, thick, and at the ribbon stage.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture in two halves. Then, fold in the cooled melted butter, vanilla extract, and melted dark chocolate until just combined.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight. This step is crucial for developing the hump.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter and flour a madeleine pan. Place the pan in the freezer for 10 minutes to chill.
  6. Transfer the cold batter to a piping bag and fill each mold about 3/4 full. Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are set and a hump has formed.
  7. Immediately tap the pan on the counter to release the madeleines onto a wire rack to cool. Serve warm for the best experience.

Nutrition

Calories: 110kcalProtein: 2gFat: 7gFiber: 1g

Notes

For an extra touch, you can dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar or dip them in melted chocolate.
Ensure your batter is very cold and your pan is well-chilled before baking to guarantee the signature hump.
Keyword chocolate madeleine,french cookies,shell cakes

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