The Madeleines with honey are small, delicious, and soft pastries, originating from the Lorraine region in France. They are appreciated by both young and old for their subtle taste and soft texture. Thanks to their simple and quick preparation, honey madeleines can be easily made at home.
The Traditional Recipe for Honey Madeleines
To succeed in making your honey madeleines, you will need a few simple ingredients: eggs, sugar, honey, a mix of spices, and flour. Here is the step-by-step recipe:
Necessary Ingredients
Here are the ingredients you will need to make about twenty honey madeleines:
- 125 g of melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 100 g of sugar
- 50 g of honey
- 1 teaspoon of 4 spices mix
- 200 g of flour
- 1/2 packet of baking powder
Preparation of the madeleine dough
First of all, start by preheating your oven to 180 °C. Then, in a bowl, beat together the eggs and sugar until you get a frothy mixture. Then incorporate the liquid honey and continue whisking.
In another container, mix the flour and baking powder. Gradually add this mixture to the previous preparation, mixing well between each addition to avoid lumps. You will thus obtain a smooth and homogeneous dough.
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At this stage, incorporate the warm melted butter into the dough while continuing to stir. Then add the teaspoon of 4 spice mix to give a unique flavor to your honey madeleines. Mix once again so that the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Cooking Madeleines
Take your madeleine mold and generously butter it to prevent the madeleines from sticking. Fill the molds 2/3 of the way with the batter and bake for about 10-12 minutes. The madeleines are done when they are slightly golden and well risen.
Let cool for a few moments before gently unmolding the madeleines. You can enjoy them as soon as they are at room temperature.
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Variations on Honey Madeleines
The honey madeleines are delicious and tasty just as they are, but it is also possible to add a few little touches to make them more original.
Madeleines with Honey and Fruit
To make honey and fruit madeleines, you can for example add pieces of fresh or candied fruit to the dough, such as apples, pears, dried apricots or even raisins. These little pieces will provide an additional texture and a delicious contrast with the softness of the madeleines.
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Honey and walnut madeleines
Dried fruit lovers will be delighted to try the honey and walnut madeleines, by simply adding a few pieces of crushed walnuts to the dough. The walnuts provide both crunch and a pronounced flavor that pairs very well with the honey and spices.
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Preservation of Honey Madeleines
The honey madeleines are usually better when they are consumed freshly out of the oven, when their texture is still very soft. However, if you wish to keep some for the next day, it is advisable to place them in an airtight container as soon as they have cooled. This way, they will retain all their flavor and texture for 2 to 3 days.
In conclusion, honey madeleines are simple delicacies to make and will delight the taste buds of the entire family. Don’t hesitate to start making these small, soft, and flavorful cakes, by following the traditional recipe or adding your own personal touch.