Fluffy and studded with chocolate chips, these chocolate chip madeleines are a delicious sweet treat with a cup of tea. They are basically mini sponge cakes that have sea shell shapes which originated in France and require a special pan so you can bake them into their signature shape.
To bake the chocolate chip madeleines, you first grease the madeleine pan with butter. Then, you make a batter with butter, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, milk, almond extract, lemon zest, and chocolate chips. Then, the mixture gets divided between the pan before baking them in the oven.
What are Chocolate Chip Madeleines?
Chocolate chip madeleines are a French treat that has a sponge cake texture and a sea shell shape. Many recipes include ground nuts to impart a nutty taste but this version uses almond extract instead. Filled with the chocolate chips, they pair beautifully with an afternoon tea or they can be served as an easy dessert after a meal or as an afternoon snack.
Pro Tips
- Thoroughly grease the madeleine pan so that the madeleines don’t stick and are easy to remove.
- Don’t skip the step of sifting the flour as that will remove lumps and help produce a fluffier madeleine.
- Refrigerate the batter for 3 hours so that it thickens.
- Don’t overbake the madeleines. You will know they are baked through when you can insert a toothpick in one and have it come out clean.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why Chill the Madeleine Batter?
Chilling the batter is essential for properly hydrating the flour. It will also help relax the gluten, resulting in extra tender and fluffy madeleines.
Can I Bake Madeleines Without a Madeleine Pan?
Yes, you could, although they will look completely different from the sea shell-shaped cakes. A good replacement is a mini muffin tin but you may need to adjust the baking time to prevent them from overcooking.
Why Did the Madeleines Stick to the Pan?
If you find that your madeleines are sticking to the pan, it is likely that your pan wasn’t greased enough. It is best to use a brush so that you can ensure that the butter enters all of the grooves on the madeleine pan.
How to Store Chocolate Chip Madeleines
The chocolate chip madeleines can be stored in a sealed container at room temperature for up to 3 to 4 days. They can also be placed in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Ingredients
How to Make Chocolate Chip Madeleines
Beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Sift in the flour and baking powder, and stir it in until combined.
Beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy. Sift in the flour and baking powder, and stir it in until combined.
Stir in the melted butter, milk, almond extract, and lemon zest. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
Stir in the melted butter, milk, almond extract, and lemon zest. Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours.
Grease the baking pan and fill half of the cups with the plain madeleine batter. Stir the chocolate chips into the remaining batter and scoop it into the remaining cups. Bake them in a 430 F (220 C) oven for 4 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350 F (180 C) and continue baking for another 5 to 6 minutes until the shells become golden.
Grease the baking pan and fill half of the cups with the plain madeleine batter. Stir the chocolate chips into the remaining batter and scoop it into the remaining cups. Bake them in a 430 F (220 C) oven for 4 minutes. Reduce the temperature to 350 F (180 C) and continue baking for another 5 to 6 minutes until the shells become golden.
Remove the madeleines from the mold and allow them to cool before serving.
Remove the madeleines from the mold and allow them to cool before serving.
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