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Make this madeleine 'baba', then check out our grapefruit and mint syllabub, raspberry chocolate pots and more effortless entertaining recipes.

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Easy on the eye and simple to make, thanks to shop-bought ingredients and no fiddly techniques. These recipes can be made ahead or require 30 minutes or fewer of prep – they’re go-to ideas for entertaining special guests.

Ingredients

Method

  • STEP 1

    Put 75ml of water and the caster sugar into a small pan, and bring to a simmer, swirling the pan at the start to help the sugar dissolve.

  • STEP 2

    Bring to a boil and bubble for 5 mins to make the syrup a little thicker, then add the rum off the heat. Chill the syrup.

  • STEP 3

    Arrange the madeleines in small bowls or glasses and, when you are ready to serve, pour over a good dose of the syrup, leaving to soak for a minute or two.

  • STEP 4

    Serve each with a scoop of crème fraîche or whipped cream.

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Lulu GrimesManaging editor

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