For this sweet wintry treat, I have taken my standard recipe for making Madeleines, and adapted it to give these lovely French cookies a more seasonal, citrussy flavor. I have swapped out the lemon zest for blood-orange zest. Usually, I do not even bother with any decoration on Madeleines, and simply dust them lightly with powdered sugar, mainly because their shape is already so pretty. However, this time I decided to give them a light glaze with a light pinkish color from the blood-orange juice and some more zest for an extra boost of flavor. The glaze adds some sweetness and highlights the ridges on the shell pattern. Other than that, they are just plain and simple Madeleines, easy to whip up at short notice and really rather delicious with that cup of tea or coffee in the afternoon.
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Für dieses süße, winterlichen Leckereien habe ich mein übliches Madeleine Rezept etwas verändert. Ich wollte dieses wunderbare, klassische französische Gebäck mit einem etwas außergewöhnlichen saisonalen Flair verwöhnen. Darum habe ich Blutorangenschale an den Teig gegeben. Normalerweise glasiere ich meine Madeleines nicht, sondern bestreue sie nur mit ein wenig Puderzucker. Ich finde sie so schon lecker genug, aber dieses Mal habe einen zartrosa Guss gemacht, dem ich die Schale sowohl als auch den Saft einer Blutorange hinzugegeben habe. Die Glasur sieht hübsch aus und schmeckt ganz vorzüglich, nicht zu süß, hat sie aber auch den sehr angenehmen und unvergleichlichen Geschmack der Blutorangen. Ganz wunderbar zu der Tasse Tee oder Kaffee. Und das nicht nur am Nachmittag. |
Madeleines are buttery French sponge cakes traditionally baked in scallop-shaped special Madeleine molds. They are made with sugar, flour, melted butter and eggs and are often flavored with lemon or almonds. The English version is often baked in Dariole molds (if you are interested how these look like, you can a look at my post here) and topped with jam, desiccated coconut or icing sugar.
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Madeleines sind goldbraun gebackene Sandtörtchen aus Frankreich. Damit Madeleines ihre typische Form erhalten, füllt man den Teig in ein extra dafür vorgesehenes Madeleine-Blech. Das klassische Rezept für Madeleines enthält Rum, der dem Gebäck sein typisches Aroma verleiht. Während in Paris Madeleines am liebsten mit Mandeln verfeinert werden, schmecken Wiener Madeleines meist nach Vanille. In England backt man sie in sogenannten Dariol-Formen (hier ist meine Version). |
Grown mostly in Mediterranean countries, blood oranges have a distinctive dark-red rind and flesh and taste tarter than regular oranges. They have a very short season in late winter. You should make the most of their thrilling, spicy tartness while you can. You can substitute ordinary oranges for the blood oranges – but remember that their fiery color and unique flavor makes them a great addition to these spongy cookies.
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Blutorangen haben eine dunkle, teilweise tiefrote Pigmentierung. Je dunkler die ausfällt, desto mehr unterscheiden sie sich geschmacklich von den normalen Orangen. Die dunkelrote Verfärbung der Blutorange ist abhängig vom Klima des Anbaugebiets. Je unterschiedlicher die Temperatur vom Tag zur Nacht ist, desto stärker fällt die auffällige rote Färbung der Blutorange aus. Daher ist der mediterrane Raum ideal für den Anbau der Blutorange. |
Blood Orange-Glazed Madeleines
Ingredients for the Madeleines
Ingredients for the Glaze
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Madeleines mit Blutorangen Glasur Zutaten für die Madeleines
Zutaten für den Guss
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Preparation
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Zubereitung
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Glazed Madeleines are best left uncovered, and are best eaten the day they are made. However, they can be kept in a container for up to three days. My favorite way to keep them them for more than a day is to place them in a porcelain dish with a cover.
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Madeleines mit Glasur sollte man nicht unbedingt abdecken und sie schmecken einfach am besten an dem Tag an dem sie gebacken wurden. Man kann sie aber auch bis zu drei Tagen verwahren. Dann am besten in einer Porzellanschüssel mit Deckel, so mache ich es immer. |
It never ceases to amaze me that the same short list of ingredients can produce such delicious results - flour, eggs, salt, butter, and sugar. And then perhaps some vanilla or citrus - true kitchen staples at my house.
For this recipe, I really enjoyed making the glaze. But you could omit it if you wanted to serve your Madeleines just as they are. Also, you should avoid overbaking them. There is nothing better than a freshly baked, buttery Madeleine. |
Es erstaunt mich immer wieder, wie man mit so wenigen Zutaten solch wunderbares Gebäck machen kann - man benötigt eigentlich nicht mehr als Eier, Zucker, Salz, Mehl und Butter. Und dann vielleicht noch etwas Vanille oder Orange. Zutaten, die ich meistens vorrätig habe. Falls man möchte, kann man die Glasur natürlich auch weglassen und die Madeleines einfach so servieren. Beim Backen darauf achten, dass die Bleche nicht zu lange im Ofen bleiben, sonst werden die Madeleines zu trocken. |
Oh look at those humps! So prominent! I love it…looks so refreshing Andrea…wish I can pop one into my mouth right now.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jeannie, I was quite pleased that the Madeleines turned out the way they did - got to love that look, it is what I always strive for.
DeleteWhat a great idea Andrea, love those blood oranges!
ReplyDeleteChris, blood oranges are very special but unfortunately their season is rather short - so, I try to make the most of them now.
DeleteWhy am I thinking about Proust right now, Andrea? These are quite lovely looking and I know the blood orange taste certainly is a wonderful addition. Madeleines are my brother's favorite cookie/cake but I've never been able to make them very well.
ReplyDeleteMary, the reason why you think of Proust is this "And suddenly the memory revealed itself. The taste was that of the little piece of madeleine which on Sunday mornings at Combray (...), when I went to say good morning to her in her bedroom, my aunt Léonie used to give me, dipping it first in her own cup of tea or tisane. The sight of the little madeleine had recalled nothing to my mind before I tasted it. And all from my cup of tea". - Marcel Proust, In Search of Lost Time
DeleteThese are Thomas´ favorite cookies/sponge cakes of all times as well and I enjoy playing around with my basic recipe every once in a while,
Andrea
Such adorable little madeleines...we just wanted to have a taste of those beautiful treats.Blood orange makes every baked good so fragrant with a sweet,citrus,refreshing smell in every bite....these cakes totally rock,thanks so much for ever inspiring with your delicious recipes and adorable posts dear friend....will be trying these out soon in mini cupcake molds...we have not found madeleine molds in shops yet...Have A Beautiful Day!!! :-)
ReplyDeleteDear Kumar, you are quite right, Madeleiens can be baked in different molds - no need to get the specialty Madeleine mold/baking trays - the Bristish often use Dariol molds and others also enjoy using their mufiin tins.
DeleteThank you so much for your very kind and considerate comment,
Andrea
Those orange cookies are utterly divine!! xxxx yummmmmmmm
ReplyDeleteKim, thank you very much - nothing better than blood orange-glazed Madeleiens and a steaming cup of tea in the afternoon.
DeleteI haven't gotten out my Madeleine molds in ages! You have inspired me to make some this weekend. I will send pictures! (PS - I never ended up making Stollen this season... time just got away from me!) Liebe Grüße, David
ReplyDeleteDear David, as I always say, so many reipes and so little time...I have so many things that I want to make and bake and prepare, I do not know where to start...so, do not worry about any of these, they will all happen eventually but if you do get a chance, I would, of course, be deligthed to receive a picture!
Delete'Kleingebaeck' zu Tee ist einfach genial, weniger als Kuchen, ein bisschen mehr als ein Keks... Die Kombination mit Blutorangen (ich halte Ausschau....) klingt sehr verlockend. Einen lieben Gruss!
ReplyDeleteLiebe Wally, Blutorangen werden in den USA aus Italien importiert hat mich eine "Quelle" wissen lassen...ich koche und backe so wahnsinnig gerne mit diesen Zitrusfrüchten, wegen der Farbe, des Geschmacks - sie sind einfach so wunderbar besonders...wenn ich sie beim Obsthändler entdecke, freue ich mich jedes Mal.
DeleteGanz lieben Dank für den netten Kommentar,
Andrea
Beautiful job:). They look delicious.
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly, Geraldine!
DeleteAwesome! I love madeleines and I really like your variation with the blood oranges. I must try the glaze it sounds delicious. Happy New Year!! I know I am a bit late :)
ReplyDeleteDear Karen, no such thing as being too late with New Years wishes...always nice to get them no matter when! You have created some amazing cakes lately (saw all the pictures you posted on facebook) - respect my dear, respect! Wishing you much success with your cake business and happiness for this year as well!
DeleteAndrea
Everything looks great. I'd especially love to try that squash and fennel recipe!
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