Madeleines are classic, small French sponge cakes, with vibrant golden colour, characteristic hump and shell-like shape acquired from being baked in shell-shaped pans. Different legends are linked to Madeleine origins (some have Polish, some have Irish and other have Spanish links!). What’s for sure is that these classic little French cakes became popular already in 18th century, were further commercialised in 19th century and up to these days remain a popular sweet treat enj
