Vanilla Bean Madeleines

Makes: 16

Ingredients

• 2 eggs

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 vanilla bean, seeds scraped

• 2 tablespoons whole milk

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1/4 cup butter, melted and cooled (plus more for brushing the mold)

Directions

1. In a bowl, whisk the eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes pale and slightly aerated.

2. Mix in the vanilla bean seeds and milk.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

4. Sift the dry ingredients into the egg mixture and gently mix until just combined.

5. Whisk in the cooled melted butter until the batter is smooth.

6. Cover the bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (ideally overnight).

7. Preheat the oven to 485°F (250°C).

8. Lightly brush a madeleine mold with butter. Pipe the batter into each cavity until it fills about three-quarters of the mold. Avoid overfilling, as the batter will expand.

9. Gently tap the mold on the counter to settle the batter.

10. Place the tray in the oven and immediately reduce the temperature to 390°F (200°C).

11. Bake for 7–9 minutes, or until the madeleines have puffed in the center and are lightly golden.