Madeleines

Elegant shell-shaped petits gâteaux with a hint of lemon.

Ingredients

• 150 g flour
• 130 g sugar
• 125 g butter
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp milk

Method

1. Melt butter and let cool slightly.
2. Whisk eggs and sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Fold in flour, baking powder, zest, milk, and butter.
4. Rest batter for 30 minutes in the fridge.
5. Fill madeleine molds and bake at 180°C (356°F) for 10 minutes.

Chef's tips

• Chill the batter for a pronounced bump on the madeleines.