Imagine biting into a delicate, golden-brown madeleine that transforms the classic French pastry into a savory sensation that dances between elegance and rustic charm. These aren't your ordinary madeleines - they're a gourmet adventure that marries the creamy tanginess of goat cheese with the intense, sun-kissed flavor of dried tomatoes. Perfect for impressing guests, satisfying your culinary curiosity, or simply treating yourself to a sophisticated snack that breaks all the traditional pastry rules.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 12 madeleines
Ingredients
- 100g de fromage de chèvre
- 100g de tomates séchées, hachées
- 2 œufs
- 100g de farine
- 1 cuillère à café de levure chimique
- 50ml d'huile d'olive
- Sel et poivre au goût
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by bringing all components to room temperature. Finely chop the dried tomatoes and crumble the goat cheese into small pieces.
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 12-cavity madeleine pan thoroughly with butter or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until they become light and slightly frothy.
- Sift together the flour and baking powder, then gently fold into the whisked eggs, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add the olive oil to the mixture and stir until completely incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
- Fold in the crumbled goat cheese and chopped dried tomatoes, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the madeleines are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve warm or at room temperature as an appetizer or light snack, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Tips
- Temperature is Key: Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature to create a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Don't Overmix: Gently fold ingredients to maintain the delicate texture that madeleines are famous for.
- Grease Your Pan Thoroughly: Use a pastry brush to get every nook and cranny of the madeleine mold to prevent sticking.
- Fill Molds Carefully: Use about 3/4 of each cavity to allow room for rising and prevent overflow.
- Watch Closely While Baking: Ovens can vary, so start checking at 15 minutes to prevent over-browning.
- Serve Fresh: These madeleines are best enjoyed warm or at room temperature on the day they're made.
- Get Creative with Garnishes: Fresh herbs like thyme or basil can add an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: mg
