Save Delicate, mermaid tail-inspired petits fours featuring colorful, airy madeleines with a hint of vanilla, dipped in white chocolate and adorned with shimmering sprinkles — perfect for refined afternoon teas or festive celebrations.
This recipe brings a whimsical touch to any tea party I host and never fails to impress guests with its delicate flavors and presentation.
Ingredients
- Madeleines: 100 g unsalted butter plus extra for greasing, 2 large eggs, 90 g granulated sugar, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract, 110 g all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp baking powder, pinch of fine sea salt, food coloring gels (pastel blue purple pink green)
- Decoration: 150 g white chocolate chopped, mermaid tail-shaped sprinkles or edible glitter, assorted sugar pearls
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Generously butter a madeleine pan and dust with flour tapping out the excess.
- Step 2:
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan then set aside to cool slightly.
- Step 3:
- In a medium bowl beat the eggs and sugar with an electric mixer until pale and thick (about 3–4 minutes). Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4:
- Sift together the flour baking powder and salt. Gently fold into the egg mixture until just combined.
- Step 5:
- Gradually fold in the melted butter until the batter is smooth.
- Step 6:
- Divide the batter evenly into 3–4 small bowls. Tint each portion with a different food coloring gel stirring until pastel shades are achieved.
- Step 7:
- Using a teaspoon spoon small amounts of each colored batter into the cavities of the prepared pan swirling gently to create a marbled effect.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the madeleines are puffed and the edges are golden. Cool in the pan for 2 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
- Step 9:
- Once completely cool melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of gently simmering water.
- Step 10:
- Dip the tip of each madeleine into the melted white chocolate then immediately sprinkle with mermaid tail sprinkles edible glitter and sugar pearls. Place on parchment paper to set.
Save This recipe always brings my family together for sweet moments especially when we enjoy the petite treats with floral teas.
Notes
Pair with floral teas or sparkling moscato for a delightful treat.
Required Tools
Electric mixer Madeleine pan Mixing bowls Small saucepan Sifter Wire rack Parchment paper
Allergen Information
Contains Eggs wheat (gluten) milk (butter and white chocolate) May contain traces of nuts or soy (check chocolate and decorations)
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Cooking Guide
- → How do I achieve the pastel colors in the madeleines?
Divide the batter into separate bowls and gently stir in small amounts of food coloring gels until a soft pastel shade is reached. Avoid overmixing to maintain batter lightness.
- → What is the best way to prevent madeleines from sticking?
Generously butter and lightly dust the madeleine pan with flour before filling. Using silicone molds can also help with easy release.
- → Can I add citrus zest to the batter?
Yes, finely grated lemon or orange zest can be added for a subtle citrus aroma that complements the vanilla flavor nicely.
- → How should the white chocolate coating be applied?
Melt the white chocolate gently over simmering water and dip the tips of cooled madeleines, then immediately decorate with sprinkles to ensure adherence.
- → What pairings work well with these delicate treats?
Floral teas or sparkling moscato are excellent companions, enhancing the sweet and subtle flavors of the madeleines.
- → Are these suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the ingredients used are vegetarian-friendly, containing no meat or gelatin.