As cooler weather arrives and Christmas draws near, cozy up with family under a warm blanket while embracing healthier indulgences from the Bio BelleauNaturel organic box. Elevate your holiday moments with a hands-on baking session that delivers joy and nourishment.
Instead of overindulging in chocolates, delight in homemade treats: soft madeleines infused with organic lavender honey and nutty honey-walnut muffins. As a passionate home baker, I've perfected these recipes for that perfect balance of flavor and comfort. Your taste buds will thank you!
Organic Lavender Honey Madeleines (Makes about 25)
Ingredients:
- 120g melted butter
- 150g flour
- 135g powdered sugar
- ½ sachet baking powder
- 3 eggs
- 1-2 tbsp organic lavender honey (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 210°C (th. 7).
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and honey by hand until the mixture lightens and becomes pale.
- Add flour, baking powder, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly. Optional: Add lemon zest for a citrus lift.
- Use silicone madeleine molds (or butter traditional ones). Fill halfway.
- Bake 5-15 minutes until golden brown.
Organic Honey-Walnut Muffins (Makes about 10)
Ingredients:
- 70g softened butter
- 210g flour
- 60g brown sugar
- Less than ½ sachet baking powder
- 2 beaten eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Chopped walnuts (to taste)
- 2-3 tbsp organic honey (to taste)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (th. 7).
- In one bowl, mix eggs, softened butter, chopped walnuts, and honey.
- In a second bowl, combine brown sugar, baking soda, flour, and baking powder.
- Gradually blend the dry mix into the wet until smooth and not too liquid.
- Fill silicone (or buttered) muffin molds ⅔ full.
- Bake 15-20 minutes for soft centers with golden, crispy edges.
Picture savoring these delights surrounded by loved ones—pure holiday magic.
Claire from Pooky d'amour
