Saffron, Orange and Honey Madeleines using a Thermomix
Thermomix TM6, Thermomix TM5, Thermomix TM31
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Preparation time
31 min
Total time
107 min
Servings
12
Calories / Serving
82 Cals
Difficulty
Easy
Dive into the delightful world of madeleines, where each bite transports you to a sun-kissed French patisserie! These delightful little cakes are infused with exotic saffron, zesty orange, and a drizzle of golden honey, making them as fragrant as they are flavorful. Originating from the Lorraine region, the madeleine is said to have been popularized by Proust's 'In Search of Lost Time', where the taste of a madeleine dipped in tea evokes a flood of memories. With a crunchy pistachio topping, these treats are not only a feast for the palate but also a visual delight. So, prepare to share these little wonders – after all, good things are meant to be savored together! 😉
Ingredients
- 1 Pinch(es) Saffron
- 20 g Water
- 120 g Butter
- 120 g Flour t55
- 2 Eggs
- 80 g Honey
- 50 g Granulated sugar
- 1 g Orange zest
- 4 g Baking powder
- 20 g Icing sugar
Steps
Saffron Infusion
- Add 1 pinch(es) of saffron in a bowl.
- Add 20 g of water in the bowl.
- Setaside the preparation content.
Madeleine Batter
- Add 120 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 3:00min / 60°C / Speed 2.
- Add 120 g of flour t55, 2 eggs, 80 g of honey, 50 g of granulated sugar, 1 g of orange zest in the food processor bowl.
- Transfer the content of the bowl in the food processor bowl.
- Add 4 g of baking powder in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 20sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula.
- Mix manual: 10sec / 0°C / Speed 4.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a mixing bowl.
- Cover with plastic wrap.
- Setaside the preparation content in a fridge during 1h .
Baking
- Preheat the oven at 200°C.
- Grease a madeleine pan with melted butter or cooking spray.
- Fill each madeleine mold about three-quarters full with the chilled batter.
- Cook in the oven at 200°C during 12min.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the madeleines are golden brown around the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Finishing
- Let the madeleines cool slightly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Sprinkle 20 g of icing sugar on the preparation content.
- Serve Immediately.
