Carrot Madeleines using a Thermomix
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Dive into the whimsical world of Carrot Madeleines, where the humble carrot gets a gourmet makeover! Originating in the picturesque region of Lorraine, France, these delightful little cakes combine the sweetness of carrots with the savory richness of Gruyère cheese, creating a treat that dances between sweet and savory like a well-rehearsed ballet. They’re perfect for a fancy brunch or an unexpected snack, and you might even impress your friends by telling them you’ve turned a vegetable into a delightful dessert! Fun fact: madeleines are often associated with Marcel Proust's famous literary work, 'In Search of Lost Time,' where they evoke powerful memories. So, indulge in these baked beauties and let your taste buds reminisce!
Ingredients
- 400 g Carrot
- 2 g Egg
- 80 g Granulated sugar
- 80 g Flour t55
- 3 g Baking powder
- 2 g Orange zest
- 80 g Butter
Steps
Carrot Puree
- Peel, and add 200 g of carrot in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5sec / 0°C / Speed 5.
- Mix manual: 15:00min / 100°C / Speed 1.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 7.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a bowl.
- Setaside the preparation content let cool.
Madeleine Batter
- Preheat the oven at 200°C.
- Grease a madeleine mold.
- Place the whisk.
- Add 2 g of egg, 80 g of granulated sugar in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 5:00min / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Remove the whisk.
- Add 80 g of flour t55, 3 g of baking powder, 2 g of orange zest in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 15sec / 0°C / Speed 3.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in the bowl.
- Wash the food processor bowl.
- Add 80 g of butter gradually in the bowl.
- Mix manual: 0sec / 0°C / Speed 2.
- Transfer the content of the bowl in the food processor bowl.
- Add 200 g of carrot in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 3.
Baking
- Fill each mold cavity with batter.
- Cook in the oven at 200°C.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the Madeleines cool in the mold for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve Cold.
