Mary Berry’s Madeleines is made with butter, self-raising flour, eggs, caster sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest. This delicious Madeleine recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 24-32 people.
Mary Berry Madeleine Ingredients
- 150g (5oz) butter, melted, plus extra for greasing
- 150g (5oz) self-raising flour, plus extra for dusting
- 3 eggs
- 150g (5oz) caster sugar
- ½ tsp baking powder
- Finely grated zest of 1 lemon
- Icing sugar, to dust
How To Make Mary Berry Madeleine
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F)/Fan 200°C (400°F)/Gas 7. Grease two 12-hole Madeleine trays, dust with flour, and shake off any excess.
- Prepare Batter: Measure the eggs and sugar into a large bowl. Mix using an electric whisk until pale and thick, and the mixture leaves a prominent trail when the whisk is lifted.
- Fold Ingredients: Sift half the flour into the mixture, add the baking powder and lemon zest, and very gently fold until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. Pour in half the melted butter around the edge of the bowl and carefully fold in. Repeat with the remaining flour and butter.
- Fill Moulds: Spoon the mixture into the prepared moulds, filling just below the rim. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8–10 minutes, until well risen, golden, and springy to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Using a small palette knife, gently tip the cakes from the tin and cool on a wire rack. Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Ensure Ingredients Are Room Temperature: For a smooth batter, make sure the eggs and melted butter are at room temperature before mixing.
- Fold Gently: When incorporating the flour and butter, fold gently to maintain air in the batter for light, fluffy Madeleines.
- Preheat Oven Properly: Make sure your oven is fully preheated to the correct temperature before baking to ensure even rising and browning.
- Don’t Overfill Moulds: Spoon the batter just below the rim of each mould. Overfilling can cause the Madeleines to overflow and lose their distinctive shape.
- Cool Completely: Allow the Madeleines to cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with icing sugar to prevent the sugar from melting.
What To Serve With Madeleine?
These light and sweet Madeleines pair well with fresh berries, a cup of tea, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of lemon glaze. They can also be served alongside a fruit compote, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a light custard for a delicious dessert.
How To Store Leftovers Madeleine?
- Refrigerate: Let the leftover Madeleines cool completely to room temperature. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freeze: Cool the Madeleines to room temperature, then place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. They can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes before dusting with icing sugar.
How To Reheat Leftovers Madeleine?
- In The Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the Madeleines on a baking sheet and warm for about 5 minutes, or until they are heated through.
- In The Microwave: Place the Madeleines on a microwave-safe plate. Heat on medium power for 10-15 seconds, checking to ensure they are warmed to your liking.
Mary Berry Madeleine Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Madeleine
- Calories: 125
- Total Fat: 8.5g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
- Sodium: 25mg
- Potassium: 50mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 11g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugars: 8g
- Protein: 2g
Try More Mary Berry Recipes:
- Mary Berry Golden Syrup Cake
- Mary Berry Gluten Free Fruit Scones
- Mary Berry Congress Tarts
- Mary Berry Limoncello Trifle
Mary Berry Madeleine Recipe
Description
Mary Berry’s Madeleines is made with butter, self-raising flour, eggs, caster sugar, baking powder, and lemon zest. This delicious Madeleine recipe creates a tasty dessert that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 24-32 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F)/Fan 200°C (400°F)/Gas 7. Grease two 12-hole Madeleine trays, dust with flour, and shake off any excess.
- Prepare Batter: Measure the eggs and sugar into a large bowl. Mix using an electric whisk until pale and thick, and the mixture leaves a prominent trail when the whisk is lifted.
- Fold Ingredients: Sift half the flour into the mixture, add the baking powder and lemon zest, and very gently fold until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. Pour in half the melted butter around the edge of the bowl and carefully fold in. Repeat with the remaining flour and butter.
- Fill Moulds: Spoon the mixture into the prepared moulds, filling just below the rim. Bake in the preheated oven for about 8–10 minutes, until well risen, golden, and springy to the touch.
- Cool and Serve: Using a small palette knife, gently tip the cakes from the tin and cool on a wire rack. Dust with icing sugar before serving.
Notes
- Ensure Ingredients Are Room Temperature: For a smooth batter, make sure the eggs and melted butter are at room temperature before mixing.
- Fold Gently: When incorporating the flour and butter, fold gently to maintain air in the batter for light, fluffy Madeleines.
- Preheat Oven Properly: Make sure your oven is fully preheated to the correct temperature before baking to ensure even rising and browning.
- Don’t Overfill Moulds: Spoon the batter just below the rim of each mould. Overfilling can cause the Madeleines to overflow and lose their distinctive shape.
- Cool Completely: Allow the Madeleines to cool completely on a wire rack before dusting with icing sugar to prevent the sugar from melting.
Mary Berry Madeleine Recipe