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    Home » Desserts » French Madeleines With Rose Water

    French Madeleines With Rose Water

    Published: Aug 27, 2019 · Modified: Apr 30, 2022 by Mélanie · This post may contain affiliate links · 19 Comments

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    French Madeleines! Yum! Giving a twist to a classic recipe is not always a success. However, this rose water flavour added to the madeleines is perfect! The buttery and airy treat is complemented by a subtile rose flavour. A match is made for this classic French pastry.

    During the recipe testing, my goal was to ensure to keep a moist French madeleine and add a surprising flavour but delicious rose flower taste. It took a few batch to find the perfect balance for a subtil taste but not overpowering.

    Another goal was to nail the famous bump on the madeleine. I made some before but the bump was a hit and miss. However, now, I understood the science behind it!

    Hand holding a white dish filled with rose water madeleines and a rose
    Baked madeleines in their mold with confectionner sugar and a rose.

    Precious tips for great Rose Water French Madeleines

    One:

    Read carefully the recipe. Follow each step and here is one I found is really important for a nice and airy madeleine. Do sift the flour and add gradually. The texture will be better.

    Two:

    The rose flower is an interesting taste to your French Madeleines. Three teaspoons is just the perfect amount to some taste but not overpowering. I had done a batch, it was like eating perfume, ahah!

    Three:

    The bump. Ah the famous bump on the French Madeleines. It's all about temperature, the shock of temperature. When your madeleines batter is ready, set it aside in the fridge for a minimum of 30 minutes. At that time, preheat the oven to 420F. Place the madeleines mold filled with the batter in the oven for 6 minutes and then, drop the temperature to 350F. Boom! All these steps will create a beautiful and authentic bump on your rose water French madeleines.

    Rose water madeleines with a rose in front of the madeleines mold.
    Hand holding a white dish filled with rose water French madeleines and a rose

    I highly recommend making my recipes using a scale but for your convenience, I have also converted the recipe using this website.

    Hand holding a madeleines and a rose
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    5 from 21 votes

    Rose Water French Madeleines

    Buttery French Madeleines flavored with rose water. Light and moist, the mini cakes with the infamous bump is the perfect snack or treat.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time12 mins
    Total Time32 mins
    Course: Breakfast, brunch, Snack
    Cuisine: French
    Servings: 20 madeleines
    Calories: 64kcal
    Author: Mélanie

    Ingredients

    • 4 eggs medium size
    • ¾ cup sugar 125g
    • 3 teaspoon rose water
    • 1 cup flour 150g
    • 1 stick butter 125g
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder

    Instructions

    • In a bowl, mix the eggs and sugar until foamy. Add the rose water, mix some more.
    • Sift the flour and make sure there are no lumps.
    • Incorporate the butter. Mix well. Use a hand mixer if you prefer.
    • Add the baking power and mix.
    • Allow the preparation to rest in the fridge for 30 min to an hour.
    • Preheat the oven at 420F (or 220C)
    • Put one tablespoon of the mixture in each madeleine mold and place in the oven at 420F (220C) for 6 minutes and drop the temperature to 350F (180C) and bake another 6 minutes.
    • Take out of the oven and allow to cool.

    Notes

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 64kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 19mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 48IU | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Mum says

      August 27, 2019 at 5:18 am

      5 stars
      Humm !!!very nice !!!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        August 27, 2019 at 3:50 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    2. Byron E Thomas says

      August 27, 2019 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      Wow - they look perfect! I love madeleines, but I don't have a madeleine pan. Could I bake these in a small muffin pan? Or would they work on a baking sheet? I'm afraid that the batter would spread too much if it wasn't placed in a little cavity like the ones in a madeleine pan. What are your thoughts?

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        August 28, 2019 at 1:20 am

        Thank you Byron! I would say mini muffin pans or even a cake pan. I have never tried it but I think it would be safe to try. Keep an eye on the cooking as it might varies depending on the size of the 'madeleines'.

        Reply
    3. Gunjan says

      August 27, 2019 at 11:38 pm

      5 stars
      I love these Madeleines. Next time I am doubling it up so my family can enjoy these for longer time.

      Reply
    4. cheesecurdinparadise says

      August 28, 2019 at 12:15 pm

      5 stars
      These are so lovely. When I was in France I had so much fun trying all of the different baked goods. These would have certainly been on my list!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        August 28, 2019 at 7:12 pm

        There are so many French patries, so many to try!

        Reply
    5. pegasuslegend says

      August 28, 2019 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      I have been trying to find a pan to make these here for months now, I finally lucked out and got a nice one ! Cant wait to try this!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        August 28, 2019 at 7:12 pm

        Ahhh so no excuse now ;)

        Reply
    6. alwaysusebutter says

      August 28, 2019 at 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      Oh I love a good madeleine!! Never knew that bump was actually a thing so thanks for teaching me soemthing today!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 01, 2019 at 3:11 pm

        It is a French thing maybe! It makes it look more authentic and I love a little challenge!

        Reply
    7. Linda says

      August 29, 2019 at 12:56 am

      5 stars
      These madeleines are so beautiful and so easy to make. I've been wanting to bake something with rose water and this is a good start. Can't wait to try this recipe.

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 01, 2019 at 3:11 pm

        Let me know when you do Linda! The rose water adds such a nice flavour!

        Reply
    8. Leslie says

      August 30, 2019 at 2:22 am

      5 stars
      This recipe would be so fun to make for a brunch with friends or book club. Love it!

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 01, 2019 at 3:10 pm

        Any event is a good excuse ;)

        Reply
    9. Ramona says

      August 31, 2019 at 7:22 am

      5 stars
      This is a great recipe, I’m saving it and will be making it again and again. Beautiful flavours, moist and delicious. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Mélanie says

        September 01, 2019 at 3:09 pm

        Aww thank you Ramona, let me know if you bake them!

        Reply
    10. Natalie says

      September 03, 2019 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      My mom is madeleines expert. I never actually try to make it my self. Looked so complicated. But now with your recipe and step by step instructions I might just give it a try. Love the addition of rose water in these. Sounds yum!

      Reply

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