Lemon Glazed Madeleines
Sorry for neglecting the blog for the last couple of weeks. I have been distracted. Not with anything in particular. But with life in general. And not with life’s mishaps.
It’s so easy to get caught up in all the things that go wrong in life. The things we wish were different. The pet peeves. The things we want but can’t seem to attain. Over the past few weeks I have been making a conscious effort shift my energy and focus on all the things that make me feel incredibly blessed and happy to be me, some of which include:
my husband (too many reasons to list but most of all, I love that he never gets in the way of letting me be me, even when being me means I bring home 2 new coach purses)
my sisters (especially Sue, who I can somehow talk to up to 10 times a day and always have something new to say)
my dog (the most loyal friend a girl can ever have is a mini dachshund who can cuddle with her and not only listen to every word she says but respond to everything with a wiggle of the nose or ears)
my travels (I’ve been to some incredible places in just the last week and the best is yet to come)
my girlfriends (they are only a few but with them, there’s no need for more)
my new coach bags (never thought I would love a bag so)
and finally – these cookies – because the best thing to do when planning a day in Paris (more on that later) is to make french cookies.
You will need a special pan to make these in but you won’t regret buying it. Madeleines are the perfect cross between a cookie and cake. They crisp up on the edges but have perfectly fluffy centers. And the thin lemon glaze on these make them perfectly delicious.
Lemon Glazed Madeleines
Ingredients:
For The Cookies
3 large eggs, at room temperature
2/3 cup (130g) granulated sugar
rounded 1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup (175g) all purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
Zest of one small lemon
9 tablespoons (120g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperatureFor The Glaze
3/4 cup (150g) powdered sugar
1 tablespoon freshly-squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons waterDirections:
Spray the indentations of a madeleine mold with non-stick cooking spray.
Sift the flour and baking powder and set aside.
In the bowl of a standing electric mixer, whip the eggs, granulated sugar, and salt for 5 minutes until frothy and thickened. Spoon the flour mixture into the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Add the lemon zest to the cooled butter, then dribble the butter into the batter, a few spoonfuls at a time, while simultaneously folding to incorporate the butter. Fold just until all the butter is incorporated. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
To bake the madeleines, preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
Using a small cookie scoop, plop one scoop of batter in the center of each indentation. Do not spread it.
Bake for 8-9 minutes or until the cakes just feel set. While the cakes are baking, make a glaze in a small mixing bowl by stirring together the powdered sugar, lemon juice and water until smooth.Remove from the oven and tilt the madeleines out onto a cooling rack. The moment they’re cool enough to handle, dip each cake in the glaze, turning them over to make sure both sides are coated and scrape off any excess with a dull knife. After dipping, rest each one back on the cooking rack, scalloped side up, until the cakes are cool and the glaze has firmed up.
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Amy Blogs Chow — March 28, 2011 @ 12:27 pm
I love the simplicity and the words you chose to use in this post, especially the line where you say about your girlfriends: “they are only a few but with them, there’s no need for more.” We lend too much weight to quantity these days, so I love that you’ve taken the time to emphasize the importance of quality. Will try to follow your example. The Madeleines look divine. Looking forward to hearing about your trip in Paris
Rachel — March 28, 2011 @ 12:30 pm
I’ve been in a similar place and have taken a grip on the things that do matter. Kudos to you and what a great list.
I’ve been in a lemony mood and these sound perfect. Yum.
Thanks for sharing! I really appreciate your blog. So keep it coming.
Best,
Rachel
food librarian — March 28, 2011 @ 12:37 pm
Lovely post and lovely cookies. Glad you love your new purse!
Rosa — March 28, 2011 @ 12:58 pm
So pretty! That glazed version is wonderful…
Cheers,
Rosa
A Plum By Any Other Name — March 28, 2011 @ 1:03 pm
Your madeleines look lovely! The glaze makes them shine like real shells. Proust would be proud!
Jeanine — March 28, 2011 @ 1:51 pm
Beautiful madeleines! A day in Paris? Can’t wait to hear that.
lenore* — March 28, 2011 @ 4:40 pm
scrumptious madeleines!
Ohlala…Paris?
Bren — March 28, 2011 @ 5:26 pm
callate la boca!! paris? cuando. pa que? chismeame! love ur list of things going on… and the cookies? well can a girl say about anything involving lemons! You got me in the mood for something lemon-y.
Jackie Hale — March 28, 2011 @ 6:20 pm
Paris?! Do tell!! These cookies look absolutely Parisian!! All I need is a cup of chai tea.
vanillasugarblog — March 28, 2011 @ 8:00 pm
its really all about the glaze for me. perfect glaze means the perfect melting in the mouth. that’s like the best part you know?
Gloria — March 28, 2011 @ 11:12 pm
Your cookies look beautiful! Sounds like the perfect way to revel in all the wonderful things in your life.
justcooknyc — March 28, 2011 @ 11:51 pm
ha, 2 new coach bags… btw, these look yum
Betty @ scrambled hen fruit — March 29, 2011 @ 12:18 am
Oh, I do need a madeleine pan! These are simply beautiful.
Angie's Recipes — March 29, 2011 @ 1:15 am
They look so pretty! Love the glaze.
mitzi @ my nikon eats food — March 29, 2011 @ 3:41 am
this looks absolutely amazing. and i need to get a madeleine pan stat!
love your list of blessings =)
5 Star Foodie — March 29, 2011 @ 7:12 am
Lovely madeleines, just perfect with the lemon glaze!
Jennifurla — March 29, 2011 @ 3:27 pm
I have never made a madeleine..not at one, that should be remedied huh? Love your glaze.
Denise — March 29, 2011 @ 5:26 pm
o.k. these are something I have always wanted to try. I’m in a mood- a roll or whatever! I just got my first coach purse–ever– and I am old! You must show and tell us what you got and why you love them. You have introduced the subject, now you must address it! These cookies look lovely and the pan is on my mother’s day list of gifts my kids can buy me–if I can wait!
Hannah - Bake Five — March 30, 2011 @ 1:08 am
I can definitely see why they are the perfect thing to bake!
jenn manzetti — March 30, 2011 @ 11:27 am
Hi Friend,…very Parisian! très jolie!
JoVonn — March 31, 2011 @ 6:25 am
Great post and yummy looking cookies.
Xiaolu @ 6 Bittersweets — March 31, 2011 @ 9:55 am
Haha and I’ve been trying to resist buying new bakeware, but you make these sound all so tempting. Lovely to read about all the wonderful people/things in your life
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Barbara — April 4, 2011 @ 2:55 pm
Wow, these have all the elements I love, mainly lemon and sugar. And you know what? I should treat myself to a Coach bag – never had one, but I think I could love it!
The Duo Dishes — April 5, 2011 @ 1:41 pm
It’s the little things that make life fun. Though something big like a trip to Paris is also fun. Mais ouii!
Baking is my Zen — April 7, 2011 @ 11:43 am
I agree with you…counting our blessings is important.
Lemons & madelaines. Match made in heaven!
(p.s. try the Honey Cream Caramels (Sweet Melissa Sundays) when you get a chance. You will not be disappointed)
Carmen