Spiced Madeleines

Directions

1. 1
   Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400F.
2. 2
   Brush molds with some melted butter, then chill until set, about 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Brush molds again with some melted butter and chill pan.
4. 4
   Sift together flour, baking powder, spices, and a pinch of salt.
5. 5
   Whisk together sugars and eggs until combined well.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture and whisk until just combined, then stir in remaining butter (6 tablespoons) until just incorporated.
7. 7
   3Spoon batter into molds, filling them about two thirds full.
8. 8
   Bake 5 minutes, then reduce oven temperature to 350F and bake until springy to the touch and edges are lightly browned, 4 to 6 minutes.
9. 9
   Turn out onto a rack and cool 15 minutes.
10. 10
    Just before serving, dust with confectioners sugar.
11. 11
    *Available at many cookware shops and Bridge Kitchenware (800-274-3435).