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Chocolate Peppermint Madeleines

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These Chocolate Peppermint Madeleines are delicate, shell‑shaped French sponge cakes with rich cocoa flavor, dipped in peppermint‑kissed chocolate and sprinkled with crushed candy canes. They’re elegant, festive, and perfect for holiday dessert tables or cozy gatherings.

  • Author: Julia
  • Prep Time: 15–20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25–30 minutes (per batch)
  • Yield: 20–24 madeleines
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French‑Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 3 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all‑purpose flour
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 cup white or dark chocolate chips (for topping)
  • 1/4 tsp peppermint extract (for topping)
  • 1/3 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Butter and flour a madeleine pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until thick, pale, and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, being careful not to deflate the batter.
  6. Slowly fold in the melted butter until the batter is smooth and glossy.
  7. Fill each madeleine mold about ¾ full with batter. For a higher rise, chill the filled pan in the fridge for about 10 minutes before baking.
  8. Bake for 8–10 minutes, until the tops spring back lightly to the touch.
  9. Let the madeleines cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cool, melt the chocolate chips and stir in the peppermint extract. Dip each madeleine halfway into the chocolate, then immediately sprinkle with crushed candy canes.
  11. Let the chocolate set before serving.

Notes

  • Use dark chocolate for a richer topping or white chocolate for a creamy contrast.
  • For a lighter finish, drizzle the peppermint chocolate over the madeleines instead of dipping.
  • Add mini chocolate chips to the batter for extra chocolate flavor.
  • Flavor the batter with a small amount of peppermint extract for extra mintiness (avoid too much so it doesn’t overwhelm).
  • Dust with powdered sugar for a snowy, elegant look instead of or in addition to the candy canes.

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