Madeleines

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Prepare your madeleine pan by brushing the molds with melted butter and dusting them with flour.

2. 2

   Melt the 120 grams of butter either in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave, and let it cool to room temperature.

3. 3

   In a mixing bowl, sift together the 150 grams of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a separate bowl, whisk the 3 large eggs with the 150 grams of sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy. This will take about 3-5 minutes with an electric mixer on medium-high speed.

5. 5

   Add the 1 tablespoon of lemon zest to the egg mixture and gently fold it in.

6. 6

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently to combine. Be careful not to overmix.

7. 7

   Drizzle the cooled melted butter into the batter and fold it in until just combined and smooth.

8. 8

   Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each one about three-quarters full.

9. 9

   Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly touched.

10. 10

    Remove the pan from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. 11

    Optionally, dust the madeleines with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy your freshly baked madeleines!