Dark Chocolate Madeleines

Delight your taste buds with these elegant Dark Chocolate Madeleines, a decadent twist on the classic French treat. Infused with rich 70% dark chocolate and a hint of unsweetened cocoa powder, these petite shell-shaped cakes boast a deep, indulgent flavor and a tender, fluffy texture. The batter's secret lies in a luxurious blend of melted chocolate and butter, combined with airy, whisked eggs for a beautifully light crumb. Chilling the batter ensures the signature hump that sets authentic madeleines apart, while a quick 12-minute bake guarantees perfectly golden edges. Enjoy them plain, dusted with powdered sugar, or take them to the next level by dipping them in more dark chocolate for a stunning finish. Perfect as a sophisticated tea-time snack or an irresistible dessert, these madeleines will transport your palate straight to Paris.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 85 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
• 95 grams All-purpose flour
• 15 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 pieces Large eggs
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Melt 115 grams of unsalted butter and 85 grams of dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pot of simmering water (double boiler technique). Stir occasionally until smooth, then set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, sift together 95 grams of all-purpose flour, 15 grams of unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, and 0.25 teaspoons of salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate large bowl, whisk 2 large eggs and 100 grams of granulated sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and thick, about 3-4 minutes of whisking by hand or 2 minutes with an electric hand mixer.

Step 4

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the egg mixture, then gently fold in the melted chocolate-butter mixture with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gradually fold in the dry ingredients (from step 2) into the wet mixture, stirring until combined. Cover the batter with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight. Chilling the batter helps create the classic hump during baking.

Step 6

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F). Grease the madeleine pan generously with butter or nonstick spray, then lightly dust with flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Spoon a heaping tablespoon of batter into each mold of the prepared pan. The molds should be about 2/3 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted into the center of the madeleines comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the madeleines from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 2 minutes. Then, invert the pan and gently tap it to release the madeleines onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Optional: Dust the cooled madeleines with powdered sugar or dip one end into melted dark chocolate for an extra touch before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(520.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2265.5

Total Fat 147.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 82.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 626.6mg	0%
Sodium 1214.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 225.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 121.4g
Protein 32.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 174.2mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 1109.2mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 38.2%