Save to Pinterest 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 was a hit at my last celebration, adding a touch of whimsy and elegance to the dessert table.
Ingredients
- For the 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)
- For 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 to Pinterest This recipe always brings back memories of joyful family gatherings where these petite treats disappear in moments.
Notes
For extra flavor add finely grated lemon or orange zest to the batter.
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)
Save to Pinterest These delicate mignardises bring a refined touch to any occasion and are sure to impress your guests.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What gives these madeleines their pastel colors?
Pastel hues are achieved by dividing the batter and tinting each portion with different food coloring gels before baking.
- → How do you achieve a light and airy texture?
Beating the eggs and sugar until pale and thick is key, along with gently folding the dry ingredients and melted butter to maintain airiness.
- → What is the best way to decorate these madeleines?
Dip the cooled madeleines into melted white chocolate and immediately sprinkle with mermaid tail-shaped sprinkles, edible glitter, and sugar pearls.
- → Can I add extra flavor to the batter?
Yes, finely grated lemon or orange zest can be folded into the batter for a fresh citrus note.
- → What tools are essential for making these petits fours?
An electric mixer, madeleine pan, mixing bowls, saucepan for melting butter and chocolate, and a wire rack are necessary for optimal results.