Safflower Madeleines

Directions

1. 1
   Special equipment: a large nonstick madeleine pan
2. 2
   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
3. 3
   Melt the butter with the safflower petals in a small saucepan over a low flame.
4. 4
   Set aside to cool slightly.
5. 5
   In a small bowl whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt.
6. 6
   In a stand mixer fitted with a whisk attachment, whip the sugar and eggs until light yellow and thick, about 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Add the orange zest and vanilla and mix until combined, about 30 seconds.
8. 8
   Remove the bowl from the stand mixer and use a spatula to fold in first the flour mixture and then the safflower butter.
9. 9
   Fill the cups of a madeleine pan with batter and bake until golden, humped and springy, 12 to 13 minutes.
10. 10
    Let cool for 5 minutes before unmolding the madeleines.
11. 11
    Dust with confectioners' sugar prior to serving.