Savory olive madeleines
- Vegetarian
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 8 min
- Cook time: 20 min
- Makes: 24 pieces
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Savory madeleines—a fun twist on the classic French treat—usually bring up sweet and buttery thoughts, right? From Commercy originally, madeleines are all about those sweet memories, but hey, this version really mixes it up. It adds Parmesan cheese and chunks of green olives right into the batter. The result? A batch of moist, tender little cakes with a salty, tangy kick from the olives. And look, folks who know the "madeleine de Proust" thing might be surprised at just how well this savory version fits as a snack. The cheese and olives give these olive madeleines a Mediterranean vibe, making them stand out from other savory French pastries. Perfect for sharing at a party—pretty much everyone's reaching for another because they’re just that easy to snack on.
And you know what? While people expect madeleines as dessert, savory madeleine recipes like this are getting super popular as appetizers. They work as conversation starters since they look like the traditional shell-shaped treat but pack a totally different flavor. Parmesan gives a sharp, nutty taste, while green olives bring salty, crispy bits in every bite. Seriously good. In some French regions, folks add ingredients like herbs or sundried tomatoes to their savory madeleines, but the olive and cheese combo is a real crowd-pleaser. And listen, they pair well with other olive appetizers or part of a spread of crisp Mediterranean snacks.
They're light, not too rich, and just the right size to eat with your hands. The best thing about these easy savory madeleines—they bring a little surprise to any get-together. People might expect something sweet, but instead get a golden, cheesy, salty snack that’s hard to resist. Honestly, whether you are hosting a casual gathering or something more formal, these madeleines offer a unique and delicious option that's sure to impress your guests. Cannot go wrong with them.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Whole milk ⅓ cup (75 g)
- Type 00 flour 1.67 cups (200 g)
- Parmigiano Reggiano PDO cheese 1.75 oz (50 g)
- Corn oil ½ tbsp (15 g)
- Green olives 1 ½ tbsp (15 g)
- Eggs 2 - medium
- Fine salt ¾ tsp (5 g)
- Instant yeast for salted preparations ½ tsp (2 g)
How to prepare Savory olive madeleines
To prepare the savory madeleines with green olives, pour the flour into a bowl, add the baking powder for savory recipes 1, pour in the grated Parmesan 2, and the salt 3.
Lightly beat the eggs and add them to the rest 4. Mix, and when the mixture is smooth, add the milk and oil 6.
Stir to incorporate the milk 7 and set aside for a moment. Take the olives, slice them into rings 8, then add them to the rest of the mixture 9; stir again.
Butter a madeleine mold using a pastry brush 10. Spoon the mixture into the mold 11. Let it rest in the fridge for at least an hour. Then preheat the oven to 392°F and bake your madeleines: let them cook for the first 10 minutes on the lower shelf and for the last 10 minutes move them to the top shelf to finish baking. Once done, remove the savory olive madeleines from the oven and let them cool slightly before unmolding and serving 12.