Blood Orange Madeleines arranged on a rustic wooden table, golden brown and lightly dusted with icing sugar, garnished with fresh blood orange zest. A halved blood orange with a vibrant red interior sits beside them, styled with a linen napkin, a small sieve of icing sugar, and a cup of tea, illuminated by soft natural lighting for an elegant and cozy dessert presentation.

Citrus-Infused Blood Orange Madeleines

Delicate madeleines infused with blood orange zest and juice, offering a delightful citrus burst in every bite.
Portions:12
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time:12 minutes
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Equipment

  • Madeleine mold
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk,
  • spatula

Ingredients

  • Blood orange 1 (zest and juice)
  • Butter 100g (melted, plus extra for greasing)
  • Eggs 2
  • Flour all-purpose, 125g
  • Powdered sugar for dusting
  • Sugar 100g
  • Vanilla extract 1 teaspoon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
  • Grease and lightly flour the madeleine mold.
  • Melt the butter and set aside.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk eggs and sugar until pale and fluffy.
  • Add vanilla extract, blood orange zest, and juice.
  • Sift flour into the egg mixture and gently fold until just combined.
  • Slowly pour in the melted butter, folding gently.
  • Fill each madeleine mold cavity about three-quarters full.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden and springy to the touch.
  • Remove from oven and let cool slightly before removing from mold.
  • Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:

Serve warm with a cup of tea or coffee, or as a light dessert.

Wine Advice:

A light, sweet wine like Moscato d’Asti or a sparkling rosé complements the citrus flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 150 kcal | Carbohydrates: 20 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 7 g | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 12 g | Salt: 0.1 g
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Recipe Category Brunch / Dessert / Oven Baked / Rustic Baking / Treats
Country French
Holliday: Sunday Brunch
Season: Winter
Diets Vegetarian
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