Coconut Madeleines

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible coconut madeleines, a tropical twist on the classic French treat. Each delicate, shell-shaped cake is infused with the warm sweetness of desiccated coconut and a hint of vanilla, while a touch of optional coconut extract elevates the flavor to paradise-worthy perfection. The recipe's secret lies in chilling the batter, which ensures the signature golden "hump" that makes madeleines so iconic. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a quick bake, these buttery, tender morsels are perfect for an elegant afternoon tea or a simple yet sophisticated dessert. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these coconut madeleines are as beautiful as they are delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 120 grams Unsalted butter
• 120 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 30 grams Desiccated coconut
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 pinch Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Coconut extract (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)
• 10 grams Butter (for greasing the molds)

Directions

Step 1

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in the microwave, then set it aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, desiccated coconut, baking powder, and salt until evenly combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until frothy. Add the vanilla extract and coconut extract (if using), and mix well.

Step 4

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold in the melted butter until incorporated. The batter should be smooth but thick.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the batter for at least 30 minutes. This step helps ensure the characteristic hump forms during baking.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and grease a madeleine pan generously with softened butter.

Step 8

Spoon about one tablespoon of batter into each madeleine mold, filling them about three-quarters full.

Step 9

Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers spring back when lightly pressed.

Step 10

Remove the pan from the oven and allow the madeleines to cool for 2 minutes in the pan before carefully unmolding them onto a cooling rack.

Step 11

Dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(506.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2188.3

Total Fat 141.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 86.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 659.9mg	0%
Sodium 819.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.2g	0%
Total Sugars 118.6g
Protein 28.0g	0%

Vitamin D 88.4IU	0%
Calcium 108.6mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 466.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.5%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 38.5%