Lemon Madeleines

Method

1. 01

   Step 1

   Whisk eggs and sugar until pale and thick. Fold in flour, baking powder, salt and lemon zest.

2. 02

   Step 2

   Fold in cooled melted butter. Cover and refrigerate batter for 1 hour.

3. 03

   Step 3

   Heat oven to 200°C and butter a 12-hole madeleine pan.

4. 04

   Step 4

   Fill molds about three-quarters full. Bake 9–12 minutes until risen and golden at the edges.

5. 05

   Step 5

   Rest 2 minutes, then turn onto a rack. Serve the same day for the lightest texture.