Madeleine cookies are light, buttery, and slightly crisp, making them a perfect pairing with cream cake. Whether layered, crumbled, or infused, here’s how to elevate your dessert with delicate madeleines and a rich, creamy cake.
Ingredients
Madeleine Cookies
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cake Base
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup heavy cream
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Instructions
1. Bake the Madeleine Cookies
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a madeleine pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Stir in vanilla and melted butter, then fold in dry ingredients.
- Pipe batter into the madeleine molds and bake for 8-10 minutes.
- Let cool before using in the cream cake.
2. Prepare the Cream Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy.
- Add eggs, vanilla, and heavy cream, mixing well.
- Gradually fold in dry ingredients.
- Pour batter into the cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let cool before assembling.
3. Incorporating the Madeleines
Now comes the fun part—adding the madeleine cookies into the cream cake!
- Layered Madeleine Cream Cake – Slice the cake in half and spread a layer of whipped cream and crushed madeleine cookies before assembling.
- Madeleine Crumble Topping – Crush madeleines into fine crumbs and sprinkle over the top for extra texture.
- Dipped Madeleine Garnish – Dip whole madeleines in chocolate and decorate the cake.
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Storage Tips
To keep your Madeleine cream cake fresh, follow these storage methods.
Short-Term Storage:
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Freezing Instructions:
- Wrap slices and freeze for up to 2 months.
FAQs
Can I use store-bought madeleines?
Yes! They work just as well and save time.
How do I make the cake more moist?
Add an extra tablespoon of heavy cream to the batter.
Can I make this cake gluten-free?
Yes! Use a gluten-free flour blend for both madeleines and cake.
What’s the best way to serve this cake?
Enjoy chilled with a dusting of powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel.
Conclusion
This Madeleine cream cake is a decadent fusion of delicate cookies and rich, fluffy cake. Whether for afternoon tea, special occasions, or just because, this recipe is a must-try!
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PrintHow to Incorporate Madeleine Cookies Recipe Using Cream Cake
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
Description
This Madeleine cream cake combines delicate French cookies with a rich, fluffy cake! Perfect for elegant desserts or afternoon tea. Try this easy recipe!
Ingredients
Madeleine Cookies:
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup heavy cream
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a madeleine pan.
2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In another bowl, beat eggs and sugar until fluffy.
4. Stir in vanilla and melted butter, then fold in dry ingredients.
5. Pipe into madeleine molds and bake for 8-10 minutes.
6. Let cool before using.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
8. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt.
9. In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy.
10. Add eggs, vanilla, and heavy cream, mixing well.
11. Fold in dry ingredients gradually.
12. Pour into the pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.
13. Let cool before assembling with madeleine cookies.
Notes
– Use store-bought madeleines for a quicker version.
– Chill the cake before serving for the best texture.
– Sprinkle powdered sugar or drizzle caramel for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Cuisine: French-Inspired Baking
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g