The madeleine is a buttery, shell-shaped French petit four with a golden-humped center and delicate scalloped edges. These elegant cakes boast a unique texture — crisp edges giving way to a light, spongy interior perfumed with vanilla or citrus zest. Traditionally baked in distinctive shell molds, they're equally beloved as a tea-time accompaniment and a literary symbol of nostalgia.
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