Hazelnut Gâteau Breton (Brittany France)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14

Hazelnut Gâteau Breton recipe for a French dessert delight

Hazelnut Gâteau Breton (Brittany France)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

55 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 1/4 cups sugar
	1 1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
	1/2 cup hazelnuts , lightly toasted , husked
	6 large egg yolks
	1 cup salted butter , melted
	2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour , divided
	1 large egg yolk beaten with 2 teaspoons water ( for glaze )
	20 strawberries

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

467

Sugar

33g

Fat

28g

Hazelnut Gâteau Breton is a traditional cake from Brittany, France. This cake is known for its delicate and buttery texture with a nutty taste, which many people love. The recipe is quite simple, requiring only a few ingredients, but the method is slightly more complicated. Hazelnut Gâteau Breton is the perfect dessert for a special occasion and goes well with a cup of coffee or tea. The combination of hazelnuts and strawberries is fantastic and makes this cake stand out from the crowd.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F and butter a 9-inch springform cake pan.
2.	In a food processor, pulse the sugar with the vanilla and hazelnuts until finely ground.
3.	Add the egg yolks and melted butter and pulse until combined.
4.	Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and fold in 1 3/4 cups of the flour until a soft dough forms.
5.	Knead in the remaining 1/4 cup of flour until smooth and cohesive.
6.	Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7.	Brush the beaten egg yolk and water glaze on top of the dough.
8.	Bake for about 50-55 minutes, until the cake is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9.	Let cool completely before removing from the pan and serve with fresh strawberries.

PROS

This cake is buttery and delicate with a nutty flavor that is perfect for a special occasion.
It is simple to make and requires only a few ingredients.

The combination of hazelnuts and strawberries in this cake provides a great taste.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and fat, so it should be consumed in moderation.

The process of husking and toasting hazelnuts takes some time.
Care must be taken when preparing this recipe to prevent the nuts from burning.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This cake contains healthy ingredients such as hazelnuts and strawberries.
Hazelnuts are a good source of healthy fats and proteins. They also contain vitamin E, fiber, and minerals like magnesium and phosphorus. Strawberries are also rich in vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber, making them a great addition to this recipe.