Abstraction of alpha-proton yields a carbanion which is stabilized by enol formation through resonance on either side of malonic ester Malonic Ester Synthesis – Alkylation of Enolates Post author:Akul Mehta Post published:February 6, 2011 Post category:Notes/Organic Chemistry Continue ReadingMalonic Ester Synthesis – Alkylation of Enolates