Kouing Patatez – Potato Cake (Brittany, France)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 1

Kouing Patatez - Traditional Breton Cake Made with Potatoes

Kouing Patatez – Potato Cake (Brittany, France)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

382

Sugar

Fat

24g

Known as the 'King of Cakes' in Breton, Kouing Patatez is a unique cake recipe that is made using potatoes as the main ingredient. The cake is reminiscent of shortbread and is comprised of a buttery, crumbly dough that is mixed with mashed potatoes, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Once baked, the result is a rich, flavorsome cake that is both warming and comforting.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.	Peel and boil the potatoes until they are fully cooked.
3.	Mash them in a large bowl and let them cool.
4.	Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
5.	Mix in the egg yolk, nutmeg, salt and pepper.
6.	Slowly add the flour to the mixture, mixing well after each addition.
7.	Add the mashed potatoes to the mixture and mix until well combined.
8.	Transfer the mixture to a greased 9-inch (23 cm) baking dish.
9.	Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the Kouing Patatez is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
10.	Serve warm and enjoy!

PROS

Kouing Patatez is a unique dessert that showcases the flavor and versatility of potatoes.

It is a traditional Breton cake that is rich, buttery, and comforting.

The mixture of potatoes and butter creates a soft, creamy texture that melts in your mouth.

CONS

While the ingredients may be considered simple, the preparation can be time-consuming.

Additionally, the high concentration of butter and flour in the cake makes Kouing Patatez a high calorie and high fat dish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Kouing Patatez may not be the healthiest dessert option, it does offer some health benefits.
Potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they are naturally gluten-free.
The nutmeg in this recipe has been linked to improving digestion and immunity.

	1 1/3 lbs potatoes
	1/2 cup butter , softened
	1 cup all-purpose flour
	1 egg yolk , beaten
	1 dash nutmeg
	salt and pepper