Decadent Dark Chocolate Madeleines

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Dessert

Ingredients: 9

Indulge in the rich and luscious flavors of these decadent dark chocolate madeleines. A sophisticated treat perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, coarsely chopped
1.33 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1⁄2 teaspoon double-acting baking powder
1 pinch salt
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1⁄4 cups superfine sugar
1 large egg, separated, at room temperature
1 tablespoon milk, at room temperature
2 teaspoons vanilla

Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and position the rack in the center.
    2. Prepare a madeleine mold pan by generously buttering the twelve 3-by-2-inch indentations. Lightly dust with sifted flour, then remove excess flour.
    3. Melt the bittersweet chocolate in a double boiler over hot water, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool for 5 to 10 minutes.
    4. In a small bowl, combine sifted flour, double-acting baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
    5. In a medium bowl, use a hand-held electric mixer on medium-high speed to cream softened unsalted butter and superfine sugar until creamy.
    6. Add the separated egg yolk and continue mixing until light, about 20-30 seconds.
    7. Beat in the melted chocolate.
    8. Reduce the mixer speed to low and blend in room temperature milk and vanilla.
    9. Mix in the flour mixture until smooth.
    10. In another medium bowl, beat the egg white with a hand-held electric mixer on low speed until frothy. Increase speed to medium-high and beat until stiff, shiny peaks form. Fold the egg white into the chocolate mixture until evenly combined.
    11. Divide the batter among the prepared molds, smoothing the tops to be level.
    12. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until the madeleines spring back when gently pressed. Avoid overbaking to maintain their moist, fudgy texture.
    13. Cool the madeleines in the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
    14. Unmold the madeleines by inverting the pan onto a work surface and gently tapping.
    15. Serve the madeleines warm or allow them to cool completely and store in an airtight container.

Jul 18, 2024