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The Ultimate Easy Gluten Free Madeleines

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I tried about 5 Gluten Free Madeleines recipe variations before I finally got them right, the trick is to be patient, these little beauties love to relax before being baked! I love the fact that they have a laid back French attitude! I eventually settled for a recipe by Michel Roux Jr. and adapted it with a few tweaks to be a Gluten Free version.

I remember making a batch of these for a couple of friends I was having over, one of the friends happened to be Mel, from Le Coin de Mel…in hindsight I could have baked a less stressful bake given the fact that Mel is French and was well rehearsed in the art of making Madeleines.

On the plus side she offered to photograph them for me, so you’ll be forgiven for thinking that these are my high quality images but nope this was all Mel’s handy work!

Easy Gluten Free Madeleines

One super tip Mel gave me was to rest your Madeleines batter for an hour and a half – yes really, that long, so I’m going to attempt mine again with a longer resting period, these were only rested 30mins.

UPDATE: Oh-my-goodness, you MUST rest them for as long as Mel recommends, they are so much better. the rise is better, the crumb and aeration is better. I would take more up-to-date photo’s but I love Mel’s photos so much I don’t want to replace them. Maybe nest time I bake them I’ll just add one of my new photos so you can see the difference. Watch this space!

How many Madeleines does this recipe make?

This recipe is for 12-14 Madeleines but be warned, when your back is turned they have a habit of mysteriously disappearing from the cooling rack so I’ve learnt to make double, sometimes triple the amount just so that I get a look in too! Sadly these do not keep well but given the previous sentence I can’t imagine you’d have any left for another day!

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  1. click on the number or portions/cakes and change it to the number you want
  2. click on the handy up-scale recipe buttons x2 / x3 to get double or triple the quantities.

The History of Madeleines

I love to research old and traditional bakes and I always forget the history behind Madeleines. This is probably due to the fact that the origin of the Madeleine is a bit of a mystery. Some believe it originates in Lorraine in France and is linked to the household of a Duke where a cook named Madeleine was instrumental in the baking of the treats.

Another version links the little cakes to the French Royal household and a third describes a little girl called Madeleine on pilgrimage from Spain who came across the cakes on her journey and returned to Spain with the French recipe.

Whichever story you believe, the Madeleine is a popular snack in France to this day still and the English have adopted the recipe and made it their own.

Can I make these Madeleines Dairy Free?

Yes you most certainly can. I’d recommend using a dairy free alternative that has the highest fat content so you can still achieve the nutty burnt butter to coat the madeleine tin. I know this is possible as I have done the very same with my Roast Banana Buns [see below for image and link]

Can I make egg free/vegan Madeleines?

I have not tried this recipe with a straight swap for a vegan alternative to eggs (I normally use a flaxseed egg) however, I have made English Lavender Madeleines – a free from treat. If you do try to make this with an egg alternative I’d love to know how you get on so please do pop back and let me know or tag me @glutarama on social media

Lavender Madeleines
English Lavender Madeleines – a free from treat

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Other delicious Gluten Free Baking Ideas

I’ve taken the liberty of adding a link to a bumper recipe collection at the bottom of this page – my 20 Gluten Free Desserts and Puddings but here are some other recipe ideas to get your teeth stuck into.

Vegan and Gluten Free Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut Butter Cookies (GF, DF, Ve)
Easy Roast Banana Cake Buns
Roast Banana Buns (GF, DF, Ve)
Easy Pear and Ginger Crumble Cake
Pear and Ginger Crumble Cake (GF, DF, Ve)

Easy Gluten Free Madeleines Recipe

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Easy Gluten Free Madeleines

Madeleines

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These Gluten Free Madeleines are deliciously tempting little cakes with a buttery coating – irresistible. Can be made dairy free if you wish. Perfect little morsels to go with a lovely cup of tea. Even better for picnics.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
resting time 1 hr 30 mins
Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Course Tea Time
Cuisine Gluten Free
Servings 14 Madeleines
Calories 111 kcal

Equipment

  • pastry brush
  • Madeleine tin
  • 1pt glass jug

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 egg(s)
  • 100 g caster sugar
  • 100 g gluten free plain flour
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 100 g butter melted and cooled

Instructions
 

  • Brush the Madeleine tin with melted butter (if you want a real authentic nutty taste you can melt a knob of butter in a pan until it just starts to change colour) dust tray with flour and tap off excess.
  • Whisk together the eggs and sugar in a bowl until frothy and light.
  • Add your cooled butter and whisk again until thoroughly incorporated
  • Add the flour and lightly fold in with the whisk
  • Finally, add the lemon juice and zest and leave the mixture for 1.5hrs … be patient!
    NOTE: you can leave these in the fridge if its a hot day, or simply leave on the side in the kitchen, just remember to cover it to prevent flies…or naughty finger dipping!
  • Set your oven to 180°C | 160°C fan | 350°F | Gas 4
  • Fill the Madeleine tin to the top of each mould.
  • Bake for 10mins and enjoy the wonderful smells that emit from your oven!
  • Either allow to cool for later or eat while still warm – utter bliss!

Notes

Top Tip:
I cannot stress how important it is to leave this mixture for at least 30mins it makes a huge difference and can literally lead to the rise or fall of your Madeleine’s.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Madeleines
Amount per Serving
Calories
111
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
4
g
20
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
39
mg
13
%
Sodium
 
55
mg
2
%
Potassium
 
50
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
 
13
g
4
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
8
g
9
%
Protein
 
2
g
4
%
Vitamin A
 
214
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
 
4
mg
5
%
Calcium
 
24
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Easy, French, Simple
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  1. Alexandra says

    29/05/2022 at 1:45 am

    One of my favorite cookies to have with a cup of coffee.

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      01/06/2022 at 6:24 pm

      You had me at coffee, then cookie hahaha xx

      Reply
  2. Adele says

    15/05/2022 at 5:02 pm

    Hi,

    A quick question when you say leave the mixture for 1.5 hrs, do you mean in the fridge? just because i have made these once before not gluten free and it was in the fridge. Thanks

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      15/05/2022 at 5:10 pm

      Good question. I’ve done both. On a hot day I’d be tempted to pop them in the fridge, like I would a GF pancake batter but on a cool day it’s fine on the kitchen work surface with a tea towel over to protect it xx

      Reply
      • adele says

        15/05/2022 at 10:15 pm

        I have just made them, I got 17 out of your recipe and the later 5 I think looked a slightly better color as I turned my oven up to 170 for those. I should have used my temperature gauge first. Oh never mind still really good thank you, x

        Reply
        • Glutarama says

          16/05/2022 at 10:56 am

          Thank you so much for coming back and letting me know how things went, it’s so useful to me and fellow free from bakers that come on here. You did well to get 17 Madeleines, mine must have been right fatties hahah!

          Reply
  3. Madeleine says

    12/03/2021 at 10:11 am

    What temperature do I set the oven to for Gluten Free Madeleines?

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      12/03/2021 at 2:53 pm

      I started to reply to this on auto pilot and realised your name is Madeleine – this is lovely, I’m actually pleased I messed up on the recipe just so I could say Hi! I have amended the recipe card now the answer to your question is: 180°C | 160°C fan | 350°F | Gas 4

      Reply
  4. Sue says

    08/01/2021 at 3:41 pm

    Sound lovely, but the smell will ’emit’ not omit.

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      10/01/2021 at 1:59 pm

      I love the fact you’ve taken the time to correct me. Thank you I tend to rely on readers doing this as time is precious to edit myself haha.

      Reply
  5. Hannah lodge says

    07/04/2018 at 8:35 am

    Sorry to sound a bit dim but when does the butter come in? The other recipes I’ve seen have the butter in them but yours seems to be just for the tin!

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      09/04/2018 at 12:35 pm

      Oh my lovely! thank you for pointing this out to me Hannah, you’re right to be confused. The butter goes in after the sugar and eggs have been whisked, I’ve amended the recipe :-)

      Reply
  6. Vicki montaGue says

    04/06/2017 at 8:33 pm

    Love these! I’ve never made Madeleine’s so great to see your recipe x

    Reply
    • Glutarama says

      04/06/2017 at 9:02 pm

      Great to use your flour Vicki xxx

      Reply

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