How to Make Earl Grey Madeleines - A Step-by-Step Guide

Earl Grey Madeleines are a delightful twist on the classic French butter cake. These delicate, shell-shaped treats are infused with the fragrant and floral notes of Earl Grey tea, making them a perfect companion to a morning cup of tea or coffee. The addition of Earl Grey gives these madeleines a subtle, sophisticated flavor that sets them apart from traditional versions.

These madeleines are perfect for special occasions, afternoon tea, or as a sweet treat to enjoy at any time. They...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ⅓ cups cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • ⅔ cup white sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
  • 2 bags Earl Grey tea (such as Pickwick®), finely ground
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 4 teaspoons melted butter, divided
  • 4 teaspoons all-purpose flour, divided

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 2 hrs
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 madeleines

  • 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

    51 cal.

    • Total Fat: 3g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 42mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 9mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 14mg