Breton Butter Cake Recipe
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Breton Butter Cake (Gâteau Breton) is a classic French dessert from Brittany, known for its rich, buttery flavor and dense, cake-like texture. Made with simple ingredients like butter, sugar, and eggs, it’s a perfect treat for any occasion. This cake offers a deliciously indulgent experience with every bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 50 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8 servings
Calories 450 kcal
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cake flour not self-rising
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Prep Work is Key
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line the bottom of your cake pan with parchment paper. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this dry mix aside.
Creaming the Butter and Sugar
Shaping and Baking
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough into a circle about ½ inch thick. Gently transfer the dough to your prepared cake pan and press it down to evenly distribute it.
Use a fork to prick the top of the dough a few times. Bake the cake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
A Touch of Sweetness (Optional)
Keyword Breton Butter Cake Recipe