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Small buttery French sponge cake with chocolate
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Chocolate madeleine (28 g) has 128 calories. That works out to 456 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.1 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 6.7 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 1.7 µg of Biotin covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 28 g
128
KCAL / 28G
Carbs
15.1g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
6.7g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 6% · Fat 47%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 128 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.7 g | 19% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 73 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 28 g | 128 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 18 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 40 g | 182 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 56 g | 255 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 56 g | 255 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 84 g | 383 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 84 g | 383 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 456 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 140 g | 638 kcal |
Calculated from 456 calories per 100 g.
A chocolate madeleine is a small French sponge cake made with butter and chocolate or cocoa. Its classic shell-shaped ridges come from a fluted madeleine pan, while its tender crumb is more cake-like than a crisp cookie.
Chocolate madeleines are made by combining whipped eggs and sugar with flour, melted butter, and chocolate or cocoa, then baking the batter in a madeleine pan. Chilling the batter before baking can help the cakes develop their characteristic rise.
The bump on a chocolate madeleine forms as chilled batter meets a hot oven and rises in the center. Resting the batter in the refrigerator and fully preheating the oven help create it, though the size of the bump varies by recipe and pan.
Chocolate madeleines are small cakes, not conventional cookies. Their egg-rich batter bakes into a soft, airy crumb, although their small size and hand-held shape can make them look like cookies.
Chocolate madeleines get their shell shape from the distinctive ridged wells of a madeleine pan. The pattern is traditional rather than essential to the flavor, so another small cake pan works if you do not have one.
Chocolate madeleines have chocolate or cocoa in the batter, while classic madeleines are usually flavored with butter and often lemon or vanilla. The chocolate version tastes richer and may have a slightly denser crumb, depending on the recipe.
Yes, chocolate chips work in chocolate madeleines. Fold them into the batter gently so they stay distributed, and use small chips or finely chopped chocolate for a more even bite; large pieces can weigh down these little cakes.
Store chocolate madeleines in an airtight container at room temperature after they have cooled completely. They are best while fresh, since exposure to air dries their delicate crumb; keep them away from heat so the chocolate does not soften or melt.
Yes, chocolate madeleines freeze well. Once completely cool, wrap them individually or separate layers with parchment in a sealed freezer container. Let them thaw at room temperature before serving to help preserve their soft texture.
Serve chocolate madeleines with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk. Their buttery, chocolate flavor also pairs well with fresh berries, which add a tart contrast without overwhelming the small cakes.
Vitamins
Biotin
1.68µg · 6% DV
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin A
40.6µg · 5% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Selenium
3.36µg · 6% DV
Phosphorus
30mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Iron
0.59mg · 3% DV
Sodium
73mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
42mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 128 calories in 1 piece (medium) (28 g):
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A chocolate madeleine is a small French sponge cake, traditionally baked in a shell-shaped mould. Its batter is typically made with butter, eggs, flour and sugar, with chocolate added for this version. The outside may bake to a light golden edge while the centre stays tender.
Buttery and softly textured, it is often enjoyed in France with tea or coffee as a small sweet rather than as a plated dessert. Elsewhere, it works just as well with a hot drink or as a simple snack. It gets much of its energy from carbohydrates and fat, so one piece can be a satisfying treat; pair it with fresh fruit if you want a lighter-feeling snack.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.99g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 22.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (22.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.