Traditional Commercy Madeleines Recipe

Madeleines are small sponge cakes that have a shell-like shape. They are a common tea-time snack in France and have become popular all over the world. Commercy madeleines are traditional madeleines that originated in the small town of Commercy in France.

Ingredients

• 3 large eggs
• 150g granulated sugar
• 200g all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 200g unsalted butter, melted and cooled
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp lemon zest

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together. Continue whisking until the mixture is light in color and frothy.
3. Add the flour and baking powder to the bowl and mix well until there are no lumps.
4. Gradually add the melted butter to the mixture, whisking constantly until the batter is smooth.
5. Add the vanilla extract and lemon zest to the bowl and mix well.
6. Grease a madeleine pan with butter and dust with flour. Tap out any excess flour.
7. Spoon the batter into the molds, filling each one about ¾ full.
8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown and the center of the madeleines spring back when touched.
9. Remove the madeleines from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before removing them from the pan.
10. Transfer the madeleines to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serving Suggestions

Commercy madeleines are perfect for serving as a tea-time snack. They can also be served as a dessert or with a cup of coffee. You can dust the madeleines with powdered sugar or dip them in melted chocolate to give them a more decadent flavor. These madeleines are best served fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.

Verdict

Commercy madeleines are a classic French treat that are light, fluffy, and full of flavor. The addition of lemon zest and vanilla extract gives these madeleines a unique taste that is sure to impress your guests. This is a recipe that is easy to follow and produces perfect madeleines every time.