Madeleines Véganes

Madeleines Véganes are light, fluffy French shell-shaped cakes that delight with their delicate texture and subtle lemon flavor. These plant-based treats are perfect for an afternoon tea or a sweet snack, bringing a touch of French elegance to your table.

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour - 100 grams
• granulated sugar - 50 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• unsweetened applesauce - 30 grams
• almond milk - 50 milliliters
• coconut oil - 30 grams, melted
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• lemon zest - 1 teaspoon
• powdered sugar - for dusting (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a madeleine pan with a little coconut oil.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the applesauce, almond milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
5. Spoon the batter into the prepared madeleine pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops spring back when lightly pressed.
7. Remove from the oven and let the madeleines cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
8. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 28 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• Lower in cholesterol compared to traditional recipes.
• Contains fiber from applesauce, aiding digestion.

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