Soft, delicate, and lightly spiced — these French madeleines get an Autumn twist with pumpkin purée and warm spices. Perfect for cozy afternoons, tea breaks, or a refined seasonal snack.
Servings: 12 madeleines Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ½ cup flour
- 2 tbsp pumpkin purée
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- ½ tsp vanilla
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix wet ingredients: Whisk eggs, sugar, pumpkin purée, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Fold in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix gently — do not over‑whisk.
- Prepare the pan: Grease a madeleine pan with butter.
- Fill molds: Spoon batter into each mold, about ¾ full.
- Bake: Bake for 10 minutes, until golden with a classic madeleine hump.
- Cool: Let cool 5 minutes before removing from the pan.
Storage
Keeps 3 days in an airtight container. Warm 5 seconds in the microwave to refresh.
Substitutions
- Pumpkin → Sweet potato purée
- Cinnamon → Cardamom
- Butter → Coconut oil
- Flour → Gluten‑free blend
Beauty Benefits
- Pumpkin renews skin with Vitamin A.
- Butter supports the skin barrier with healthy fats.
- Spices boost circulation for a natural glow.
- Eggs provide protein for firmness and repair.
I’m Stacey Hobbs, thanks for reading Face by Stace! Until next time.
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