Madeleines

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Put eggs, sugar, vanilla and orange extract in a medium-size bowl.
3. 3
   Place over a pan of gently simmering water.
4. 4
   Beat until very thick.
5. 5
   Remove from heat.
6. 6
   Continue to beat until cool and the mixture retains its shape for a few seconds after a spoon is drawn through it.
7. 7
   Carefully fold in the flour.
8. 8
   Gently fold in 1/2 cup of melted and cooled butter.
9. 9
   Fill each mold 3/4 full with mixture.
10. 10
    Bake at 400F for 12 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned and springy to the touch.
11. 11
    Remove from pans, patterned side up and sprinkle with powdered sugar.