⏳ Yield & Time

Yield: 12 servings

Preparation Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

🍽 Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/2 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup Shelled pistachios, roughly chopped

📖 Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This is super important for perfectly domed madeleines!
2. Lightly grease a standard 12-cup madeleine tin, or line it with paper liners. Don't skip this step; otherwise, your madeleines might stick and break your heart.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this aside—we’ll come back to it in a sec.
4. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar using an electric mixer or by hand, until light and fluffy. This might take a bit of elbow grease, but believe me, it's worth it. Think of it as a mini arm workout!
5. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Then, stir in the lemon zest – it's going to make this amazing!
6. In a small bowl, combine the milk and vanilla extract. Gently fold this into the batter along with the pistachios.
7. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, folding gently with a rubber spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; overmixed batter = flat madeleines.
8. Fill each madeleine cup about ¾ full. Don't overfill, or they'll overflow and make a mess.
9. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The baking time might vary depending on your oven—keep an eye on them!
10. Let the madeleines cool in the tin for a couple of minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. They’ll be super delicate while still warm.
11. Once completely cool, dust with powdered sugar (optional) and serve. They’re best enjoyed fresh, but honestly, even the next day is divine!

📝 Notes

• For best results, use good quality unsalted butter. Softened butter is essential for proper creaming and a smooth batter.
• Don't overmix the batter; overmixing can lead to tough madeleines.
• If you're short on time, you can use store-bought shelled pistachios, but try to find high-quality ones for the best flavor. Toasting them slightly before adding them to the batter enhances their flavor even further.
• Feel free to adjust the amount of lemon zest and pistachios to your liking.
• To make these madeleines even more special, consider dusting them with a light layer of powdered sugar before serving. This adds a beautiful touch and complements the flavors nicely.
• Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the freezer for up to a month. Thaw before serving for optimal enjoyment.