This buttery gateau Breton is an easy French cake with a rich, crumbly texture, a cross between shortbread and cake.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
40 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Calories
408 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
Step 2
Mix 1 teaspoon egg yolk and water in a small bowl. Set aside for glazing the cake.
Step 3
Combine remaining egg yolks, flour, butter, sugar, and cornstarch in a large bowl. Mix with an electric mixer until dough is stiff and sticky, similar to cookie dough. Knead dough a little bit to bring it together.
Step 4
Press dough into the prepared pan with your hands. Brush glaze on top.
Step 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Continue baking until golden brown, about 25 minutes more. Cool for 10 minutes. Slice cake crosswise.
