Chocolate-Dipped Madeleines

Aug 15, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Shell-shaped chocolate-dipped madeleines on a plate, showing their golden humps and ridged sides

Light and buttery French madeleines with a delicate chocolate sponge, dipped in rich dark chocolate and finished with a hint of vanilla bean flavor.

Prep 20 min

Cook 12 min

Cooling 25 min

Total 57 min

Yield 18 madeleines

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Ingredients

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madeleines

1.0 cup (120.0 g)all-purpose flour
2.0 tbsp (12.0 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)baking powder
¼ tsp (1.5 g)fine sea salt
3.0 large (150.0 g)eggs, at room temperature
⅔ cup (135.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)vanilla bean paste
10.0 tbsp (140.0 g)unsalted butter, melted and cooled
5.0 oz (140.0 g)dark chocolate (60-70% cacao), chopped, for dipping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly butter and flour a 12- or 18-cavity madeleine pan, tapping out excess flour.
Sift together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and fine sea salt in a medium bowl; set aside.
In a large heatproof bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar. Set the bowl over a pan of simmering water (double boiler), whisking constantly until the mixture is warm to the touch (about 110°F or 43°C) and sugar is dissolved, about 3 to 4 minutes.
Remove from heat and beat the egg mixture with an electric mixer on high speed until thick, pale, and tripled in volume, about 5 minutes. Beat in the vanilla bean paste.
Gently fold the sifted flour mixture into the egg mixture in 2 additions, being careful not to deflate the batter.
Fold in the melted and cooled butter gradually until fully incorporated and the batter is smooth.
Cover the batter with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes to rest and chill.
Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine molds, filling each about three-quarters full.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the madeleines are puffed and spring back when lightly pressed. Remove from oven and immediately unmold onto a wire rack to cool completely, about 5 minutes.
Melt the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring until smooth. Dip the flat side of each cooled madeleine into the melted chocolate, letting excess drip off.
Place the dipped madeleines on parchment paper and allow the chocolate to set at room temperature before serving.

Tips

Be careful folding the flour and butter into the whipped eggs to retain the airiness essential for light madeleines.
Use vanilla bean paste instead of extract for a more pronounced vanilla flavor that pairs well with chocolate.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make chocolate-dipped madeleines?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 12 minutes of cooking, plus 25 minutes to chill and rest. The recipe makes 18 madeleines.

How should I store chocolate-dipped madeleines?

Store the chocolate-dipped madeleines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Avoid refrigeration to keep the shell crisp. Reheat briefly in a warm oven if desired.

Can I make chocolate-dipped madeleines ahead?

Madeleines can be baked ahead and dipped in chocolate just before serving to maintain freshness.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (5 g). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

Light and buttery French madeleines with a delicate chocolate sponge, dipped in rich dark chocolate and finished with a hint of vanilla bean flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 18 servings this recipe makes.

126 Calories / serving

7.3g Fat

14.0g Carbs

1.9g Protein

8.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (18 servings): ~2268 cal · 131g fat · 252g carbs · 34g protein · 155g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 126 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 24 min·1.4 mi·~2800 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 17 min·0.9 mi·~1700 steps
Moderate cycling 13 min·2.6 mi
Swimming laps 18 min
Jogging 12 min·1.0 mi·~1900 steps
Stair climbing 12 min·~1100 steps
Dancing 20 min
Bodyweight circuit training 13 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 29 min

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