Far Breton
Far Breton is a classic French dessert from Brittany that combines the rich flavors of warm vanilla and sweet prunes into a delightful custard-like cake. With its fluffy texture and golden-brown crust, this treat transforms any gathering into a memorable occasion. Perfect served warm or chilled, Far Breton is not only easy to prepare but also a wonderful way to bring a taste of France into your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves about 8 people 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 cups whole milk (or almond milk)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 cup dried prunes (pitted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- If using prunes, chop them into smaller pieces.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy; then mix in the milk and vanilla extract.
- Slowly combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients while stirring gently. Fold in the chopped prunes.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and firm in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg