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More Madeleines

March 3, 2010 by Nicole 26 Comments

Unmolded Madeleines

Remember my first madeleines from the beginning of the year?  Well, I decided to give them another try – this time with a completely different recipe.  The result?  Madeleines that are even better than the first batch!   I used this recipe from Bitten, and the only real change I made was to substitute lemon zest for orange zest.

I didn’t bother piping the filling into the molds, a spoon worked just fine.  Just make sure you don’t overfill them like I did!  The recipe says it yields 12 to 15, but I think you could probably get up to 18 full-size madeleines if you scrape the bowl (and don’t overfill the molds like I did).

Lemon-scented Madeleines

What I really loved about these madeleines was the texture.  They were light and tender, buttery, and perfectly crisp along the edges.  The only thing I wish I could change about the recipe is the amount of batter it produces.  I wish that it produced either 12 or 24 madeleines – I can’t stand half-filled pans or leftover batter!  So the next time I make madeleines, I’ll try the one from David Lebovitz that yields 24 cakes!

Do you have a favorite madeleine recipe?  Want to share some tips or tricks?  If so, come join the discussion at the Baking 101 group on Facebook!  Created by Master Baker Klecko and food writer Kim Ode, Baking 101 has become a place where beginners and professionals mingle, ask questions, share photos, and discuss all things baking-related.  And if you’re on Facebook anyway, you’d might as well become a fan of Pinch My Salt!

Happy baking!

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  1. Alelunetta says

    March 12, 2010 at 3:42 am

    I love madeleines and I love your mold (sooo cute!) ciaoo :)
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  2. enrolled agent course says

    March 13, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    Just by the pictures, the madeleines look very delicious and its easier since you can just use a spoon rather than piping the fillings. Really great recipe!
    Reply
  3. Avanika (Yumsilicious Bakes) says

    March 23, 2010 at 10:13 am

    I hate odd recipe yeilds too! Wish I had one of those madeleines to make me feel better :P
    Reply
  4. pita bread says

    March 30, 2010 at 5:32 am

    My grandma used to make madeleines without a written recipe, and they always came out perfect. I've tried several recipes and ... not even close. Well, will give them one more chance as your look just right.
    Reply
  5. Sal's Girl says

    April 3, 2010 at 9:53 pm

    Sorry to appear dumb but I don't understand the "ounces" in the recipe. Can you tell me what that is in cups? Thanks, Libby
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  6. Shelly Borrell says

    April 30, 2010 at 12:42 am

    Wow -- They look absolutely perfect. They're my favorite cookie aside from the Girl Scout Samoas :) I've got to make these sometime!!! Thanks for sharing all.
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