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French Hazelnut and Orange Madeleines with Honey Glaze

Name: French Hazelnut and Orange Madeleines with Honey Glaze
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 1/2 cup hazelnuts, toasted and finely ground; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 2/3 cup granulated sugar; Zest of 1 large orange; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled; 1/4 cup honey; 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

These madeleines are a sweet and nutty French classic perfect for afternoon tea or a light dessert.

4.4(370 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·February 7, 2026

French Hazelnut and Orange Madeleines with Honey Glaze — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Madeleines

For the Honey Glaze

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 115 kcal
Protein: 1.57 g
Carbs: 13.41 g
Fat: 6.44 g
Fiber: 0.54 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2763 kcal
Protein: 37.7 g
Carbs: 321.8 g
Fat: 154.5 g
Fiber: 12.9 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1/2 cup hazelnuts toasted and finely ground	428	10.5	14.5	40	8.5
1 cup all-purpose flour	455	12.9	95.4	1.2	3.4
1/2 teaspoon baking powder	1	0	0.5	0	0
1/4 teaspoon salt	0	0	0	0	0
2 large eggs room temperature	143	12.6	1	9.7	0
2/3 cup granulated sugar	522	0	133.2	0	0
Zest of 1 large orange	6	0.1	1.5	0	0.9
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract	12	0	0.5	0	0
1/2 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled	814	0.9	0.1	92	0
1/4 cup honey	257	0.3	69.6	0	0
2 tablespoons fresh orange juice	23	0.3	5.5	0.1	0.1
1 tablespoon unsalted butter	102	0.1	0	11.5	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Madeleine Batter

1
Combine dry ingredients
In a bowl, mix ground hazelnuts, flour, baking powder, and salt.
2
Beat eggs and sugar
In a separate bowl, beat eggs and sugar until pale and thick, about 5 minutes.
3
Add zest and vanilla
Add orange zest and vanilla, then gradually fold in dry ingredients.
4
Incorporate butter & chill
Gently incorporate the melted butter until just combined. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
Tip: Do not skip refrigerating the batter; it is crucial for the texture.

Making the Honey Glaze

1
Combine glaze ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine honey, orange juice, and butter over low heat.
2
Melt and smooth
Stir until butter is melted and mixture is smooth. Set aside to cool.
Tip: Use a pastry brush to apply the glaze for an even finish.

How to Make French Hazelnut and Orange Madeleines with Honey Glaze

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Preheating
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Coating
Grease madeleine mold liberally with butter.
3
Baking
Spoon batter into molds, filling each about 3/4 full, and bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden.