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December 19, 2014

Gingerbread Madeleines

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These delicious gingerbread madeleines are gluten free and made with natural sweeteners so you can enjoy a few extra!

 

Gingerbread Madeleines | Gluten free and made with natural sweeteners.
I love the Christmas holiday season. Spending time with friends and family, watching classic Christmas movies, decorating the Christmas tree are some of my favorite things to do this time of year. I’m also a big baker and it gives me the perfect excuse to bake! There were so many recipes I wanted to try this month, gingerbread being one of them. I wanted to make something with a gingerbread flavor that was not your typical loaf cake or cut-out cookie.

I came across my long lost madeleine pan and I knew I had to make some for the holidays. Madeleines are one of my favorite treats to enjoy with a cup of tea. I usually make them with a hint of lemon. This time of year, I thought I’d try combining this tea cake with the flavor of gingerbread. I was so happy with the result! 

Gingerbread Madeleines | Gluten free and made with natural sweeteners.Gingerbread Madeleines | Gluten free and made with natural sweeteners.
I love madeleines because they’re the perfect cross between a cake and a cookie, my two favorite sweet treats! They also make such a pretty presentation at any holiday gathering. Did I mention these are gluten free and made with natural sweeteners? 

Gingerbread Madeleines | Gluten free and made with natural sweeteners.
That is, they’re made with natural sweeteners if you don’t sprinkle them with powdered sugar! I typically don’t use powdered sugar on the ones I make for my family, but many people do add it for presentation purposes. Feel free to add some or leave it off, it’s totally optional. Hopefully these bring you some holiday cheer! Enjoy, friends!

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Gingerbread Madeleines


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  • Author: Joscelyn Abreu
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 1 dozen 1x
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Description

The delicious French tea cake with the delicious flavor of gingerbread. Gluten free and made with natural sugars so you can enjoy a few extra!


Ingredients

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  • 1/4 cup butter, melted and lightly browned
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • scant 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • pinch of salt
  • 2 eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter, shortening, or coconut oil, to grease pan

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a small saucepan until lightly browned. Remove from heat and stir in the molasses. Let cool.
  2. Combine the flours, baking powder, spices, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, blend together the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer on high until thick and creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Beat in cooled butter/molasses mixture, then stir in flour mixture.
  4. Cover the mixing bowl and chill the batter thoroughly in the fridge for 1–2 hours to overnight. The batter should be thoroughly chilled before baking for best results. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 F. Brush the madeleine pan with softened butter and scoop heaping tablespoons of batter into each cup. Don’t overfill, each cup should be about 3/4 full. No need to spread the dough, it’ll do that in the oven. Place on the middle rack in the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and center is puffed. Let cool slightly in the pan, then invert onto a rack to cool completely. You can sprinkle them with powdered sugar, if you’d like. They’re also best when eaten fresh. Store leftover madeleines in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Makes 12-14 cookies.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Dessert

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  1. amisha says

    December 22, 2014 at 3:55 pm

    Such a great idea for madeleines!! I have bought a pan a couple of months ago, but not had a chance to make them as yet!!! great idea Joscelyn! Hope you are doing well, and enjoying the holidays! Merry Xmas to you and your family! 🙂

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    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      December 22, 2014 at 11:08 pm

      Thank you, Amisha! I love madeleines and the gingerbread flavor was so delicious for this time of year! I can’t wait to try some different variations soon..I have so many ideas! I hope you and your family are doing well, my friend! Have a safe and happy Christmas! 🙂

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  2. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    December 20, 2014 at 9:51 pm

    I LOVE madeleines.. what an awesome and festive idea to flavour them with gingerbread spices! It’s nearly Christmas, but I still think I can squeeze this recipe into my baking list. Thanks for the idea!

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    • Joscelyn | Wifemamafoodie says

      December 21, 2014 at 12:36 pm

      Thank you so much, Thalia! I know what you mean, I still have so many more things to bake! I hope you’re enjoying these last few days before Christmas!

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