Basque Cake

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Impress your guests with a wholesome Basque Cake
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Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/8 cups milk
1/3 cup white sugar
1/3 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/8 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/8 cups white sugar
3 eggs

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
387
Sugar
47g
Fat
11g
Basque Cake, also known as Gâteau Basque, is a traditional dessert from the Basque region of France and Spain. The cake is characterized by its buttery, shortbread-like crust and creamy, custard-like filling. It is typically made with pastry cream or almond cream filling, but this recipe uses a vanilla custard filling. The cake is often served as a dessert for special occasions or with coffee as a breakfast item. Impress your guests with this unique and delicious cake that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
2.In a medium saucepan, whisk together 1/3 cup of sugar and flour. Gradually stir in milk. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils. Boil and stir for 1 minute. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
3.In a large bowl, beat 3 eggs until thick and lemon colored. Beat in vanilla. Gradually fold in milk mixture.
4.Sift together flour and baking powder. Fold flour mixture into egg mixture until just combined. Pour batter into prepared pan.
5.Sprinkle 1 1/8 cups sugar evenly over batter. Beat remaining 3 eggs until very light. Pour eggs over sugar (do not stir).
6.Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown. Cake will sink slightly upon cooling. Serve warm or at room temperature.

PROS

Basque Cake is a unique twist on classic cake recipes, with its custard-like base and caramelized crust.

The cake is not overly sweet and can be enjoyed as a dessert or breakfast item.

CONS

Due to the inclusion of sugar and flour, Basque Cake is not a low-calorie option.

The cake should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not a superfood, Basque Cake can provide some nutritional benefits.
The cake contains eggs and milk, which are both good sources of protein and vitamins. The eggs also provide healthy fats and antioxidants.

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