Madeleines

<P>Madeleines originated in France more than 200 years ago, but today are loved the world over; easy to bake, infinitely customisable and highly snackable, these tiny, shell-shaped cakes are having a moment, lining the shelves in supermarkets and even having entire bakeries dedicated to them. </P><P>One such bakery is the incredible Madeleine de Proust, whose highly flavourful and visually stunning creations celebrate the beauty of this bite-sized treat. With 30 enticing recipes, from classic brown butter, strawberry-filled and lemon-scented varieties, to white chocolate and dulce de leche madeleines and raspberry and pistachio-infused cakes, each recipe has an accompanying photograph to illustrate just how easy it is whip up a batch of these perennial favourites. </P><P>With step-by-step photography for basic techniques such as the base madeleine batter, coating in chocolate and filling with jam, you’ll be making a marvel of this teatime treat in no time.</P>