Best 2 Earl Grey Madeleines Recipes
In the realm of French pastries, few can resist the allure of the madeleine. These delicate shell-shaped cakes, made from a batter of flour, sugar, butter, and eggs, are known for their tender crumb and distinctive flavor. While the traditional madeleine is often flavored with vanilla or lemon zest, there are endless possibilities for variation. One delightful variation is the Earl Grey madeleine, which infuses the classic cake with the aromatic bergamot flavor of Earl Grey tea. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting out, this article will guide you through the process of creating perfect Earl Grey madeleines, guaranteeing a taste of pure bliss with every bite. These delectable pastries are a perfect accompaniment to a cup of tea, as an afternoon snack, or as a delightful addition to a brunch or dessert spread.
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EARL GREY MADELEINES
Cédric Grolet, the pastry chef of Le Meurice hotel in Paris, is famous for his Instagram feed, which has nearly a million and a half followers, his tattoos and his title: Best Pastry Chef in the World. Mostly, and most rightly, he's famous for his elegant pastries, so I was surprised when he asked me if I'd tasted one of his simplest, his madeleines. Small sponge cakes baked in shell-shaped molds (metal pans give you the best color and crust), madeleines are known for the impressive bump that develop on their tops. These madeleines, adapted from a Grolet recipe, are made with brown butter and flavored with Earl Grey tea and honey. Like all madeleines, they benefit from a rest in the refrigerator before they're baked. (Good for the mads, convenient for the baker.) If you can arrange it, serve the madeleines just minutes out of the oven - it's when their fragrance and texture are at their peak.
Provided by Dorie Greenspan
Categories snack, cakes, dessert
Time 25m
Yield About 20 madeleines
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Sift together the flour and baking powder. Put the honey in a medium heatproof bowl, and place a strainer over the bowl.
- Bring the butter to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. As the butter cooks, gently swirl the pan. The butter will foam, then bubble, then turn golden. In 5 to 7 minutes, when the butter browns (it will be the color of hazelnuts, and have that aroma as well), pour it through the strainer onto the honey. Some dark bits will slip through the strainer, and that's fine! Stir to blend.
- In a large bowl, whisk the sugar, zest, tea, eggs and egg white, and milk until combined; whisk 1 or 2 minutes more after the ingredients are blended. Add the flour mixture in three to four additions, whisking the ingredients together gently. You'll have a thick batter that will fall back on itself in a ribbon. Switch to a spatula, and gradually stir in the warm butter-honey mixture. The batter will have a beautiful sheen. Press a piece of plastic wrap against the surface, and refrigerate the batter for at least 8 hours or up to 2 days.
- When you're ready to bake, center a rack in the oven, and heat it to 425 degrees.
- Butter and flour a regular-size madeleine pan (or coat it with nonstick baking spray); do this even if the pan is nonstick. Use a slightly rounded tablespoon of batter to fill each shell. Don't worry about leveling the batter, as it will even out in the oven. Cover, and refrigerate any remaining batter.
- Bake the madeleines until the cakes are golden and the bumps spring back when gently prodded, 11 to 13 minutes. Unmold immediately by rapping the pan against the counter. Serve now ... or don't. The madeleines stale quickly, but that just makes them better for dunking. If you're baking more madeleines, be certain to cool the pan between batches.
EARL GREY MADELEINES
I love Earl Grey tea, and decided to add it to my basic madeleine recipe. You can dust the madeleines with some powdered sugar before serving.
Provided by nykib
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 2h45m
Yield 48
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Sift cake flour, baking powder, and salt together into a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Combine eggs and sugar in a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium-high speed until fluffy and doubled in volume, about 5 minutes. Fold in the flour mixture with a silicone spatula, 1/4 at a time, until batter is just combined.
- Add 1/2 cup melted butter, Earl Grey tea, and vanilla bean paste; mix until combined. Refrigerate batter for 2 to 24 hours.
- Prepare 2 madeleine pans by greasing each with 1 teaspoon melted butter and dusting with 1 teaspoon flour. Tap out excess flour. Refrigerate the prepared pans before baking.
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Pipe or spoon some of the cold batter into the prepared pans. Fill the molds no more than 3/4 full. Transfer pans to the oven and reduce the temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Bake until madeleines puff up and edges start to color, 6 to 9 minutes. Cool madeleines on a wire rack or paper towels. Wipe out the pans and repeat to finish the batter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 50.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.2 g, Cholesterol 17.6 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 41.5 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
Tips:
- Use top-notch ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will produce the most flavorful madeleines. Choose top-grade butter and eggs, and use a good quality Earl Grey tea.
- Cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy: This will help incorporate air into the batter, resulting in a light and airy texture. Cream the butter and sugar for at least 2 minutes, or until the mixture is pale yellow and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition: This will help prevent the batter from curdling. Beat the eggs in one at a time, making sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
- Fold in the flour and Earl Grey tea leaves gently: Overmixing the batter will result in tough madeleines. Fold in the flour and Earl Grey tea leaves gently until just combined.
- Chill the batter before baking: Chilling the batter will help the madeleines hold their shape and develop a tender crumb. Chill the batter for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Use a hot oven: Preheat the oven to the proper temperature before baking the madeleines. This will help them rise quickly and develop a golden brown crust.
- Bake the madeleines until they are golden brown and spring back when touched: The baking time will vary depending on the size of the madeleines. Bake the madeleines until they are golden brown and spring back when touched.
Conclusion:
Earl Grey madeleines are a delicious and elegant treat that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you prefer them plain or with a dusting of powdered sugar, these madeleines are sure to please.
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