Brown Butter Madeleines

Directions

1. 1
   Sift together the flour and baking powder. Set aside.In a saucepan, melt the butter and brown it gently on a low heat.
2. 2
   Let it cool.In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar and vanilla until pale and think, about 2-4 minutes.With a spatula, fold in the dry ingredients, followed by the browned butter.
3. 3
   Mix until just combined.
4. 4
   Transfer to a disposable piping bag and clip the end.
5. 5
   Let this rest in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours. (you can keep it upto two days)Butter and flour a madeleine pan perfectly.Pipe the batter into the madeleine pan, making sure not to fill it up completely.
6. 6
   Bake in a preheated oven at 200C / 400F for 10-11 minutes or until your finger springs back when you touch the centre of the madeleine. The baking time for smaller madeleines will be shorter by 3-4 minutes.