Cinnamon Sugar Madeleines

Directions

1. 1
   Special equipment: a madeleine pan
2. 2
   Adjust the racks to the center of the oven and preheat to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a madeleine pan.
3. 3
   Add the flour, baking powder, salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the cinnamon to a medium bowl, and whisk to combine.
4. 4
   Add the granulated sugar, vanilla and eggs to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment.
5. 5
   Beat until the eggs are pale, thick and light yellow, about 5 minutes.
6. 6
   Pour in the 4 tablespoons melted butter and mix until just combined.
7. 7
   Turn off the mixer and stir in the dry ingredients.
8. 8
   Fill the madeleine pan three-quarters of the way to the top of the molds and bake for 10 to 11 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool slightly on a wire rack, 10 minutes, then remove the cookies from the molds.
10. 10
    Combine the confectioners' sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl.
11. 11
    Place the cinnamon sugar in a fine-mesh sieve and dust the cookies before serving.