Description
These soft, delicate French madeleines are infused with subtle rosewater for a romantic floral twist—perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. The batter comes together in one bowl and bakes up in under 45 minutes for an elegant treat that’s surprisingly easy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100g)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (115g), melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 1/2 teaspoons rosewater
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Optional: Zest from 1/2 lemon
- Powdered sugar for dusting or glaze for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously butter madeleine pan and dust lightly with flour; tap out excess.
- In a medium bowl, beat eggs and granulated sugar with a hand mixer on high for 2-3 minutes until thick and pale.
- Stir in melted and cooled butter, rosewater, vanilla extract, and lemon zest (if using). Mix until just combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt until no lumps remain.
- Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture with a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
- Spoon a heaping tablespoon of batter into each madeleine mold.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, until edges are golden and tops spring back when touched.
- Cool madeleines in pan for 2 minutes, then loosen with a butter knife and transfer to a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar while warm or cool completely before glazing.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature eggs and cooled melted butter. Don’t overmix the batter to keep madeleines light and fluffy. Chill the filled pan for 10-15 minutes before baking for a classic hump. Madeleines are best the day they’re made but keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days. You can freeze them for up to 2 months. Optional lemon zest adds brightness; edible rose petals or glaze make a beautiful finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 madeleine
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 40
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 0.3
- Protein: 1.5
Keywords: rose madeleines, Valentine’s Day pastries, French cookies, floral dessert, easy madeleines, rosewater, romantic baking, tea cookies