Hazelnut Gâteau Breton

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Hazelnut Gâteau Breton
45 min.
12
411kcal

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Indulge in the rich, nutty flavors of our Hazelnut Gâteau Breton, a delightful vegetarian treat that will enchant your taste buds and elevate any gathering. This traditional French dessert is a heavenly fusion of buttery goodness and the irresistible crunch of toasted hazelnuts, making it a perfect accompaniment to your favorite afternoon tea or as a standout side dish for any special occasion.

With its simple yet luxurious ingredients, this gâteau captures the essence of classic French baking. The velvety texture of the cake, lightly sweetened with homemade vanilla sugar, pairs beautifully with fresh, juicy strawberries or a dollop of warm strawberry jam, creating an unforgettable dessert experience. Imagine sharing this delectable cake with friends and family, its golden crust glistening invitingly as you cut into its tender, moist center.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to 12 people, this recipe combines ease with impressive results. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions will guide you to create a stunning dessert that showcases your culinary skills. Treat yourself to the delightful taste of hazelnuts, and let this Hazelnut Gâteau Breton charm its way into your heart and home.

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk with 2 teaspoons water (for glaze) beaten
  • large egg yolks organic (preferably )
  • 0.5 cup hazelnuts husked lightly toasted
  • cup butter salted melted (2 sticks)
  • 12 servings strawberries whole with stems attached or warm strawberry jam
  • cups unbleached all purpose flour 
  • 1.3 cups tsp vanilla sugar divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • springform pan
  • offset spatula

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 325°F. Butter and flour 9-inch-diameter springform pan.
  2. Combine 2 tablespoons vanilla sugar and hazelnuts in processor; blend until nuts are finely ground but not pasty.
  3. Combine 6 egg yolks and remaining 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons vanilla sugar in large bowl; whisk until well blended and slightly thicker, about 2 minutes (do not use electric mixer).
  4. Whisk in hazelnut mixture. Gradually whisk in melted butter. Sift flour over batter; stir just until blended (batter will be thick; do not overmix or cake may be tough).
  5. Transfer batter to prepared pan; smooth top with offset spatula (layer will be thin).
  6. Brush top generously with egg glaze. Using back of tines of fork, deeply mark crisscross pattern atop cake, marking 3 times across in 1 direction and 3 times in opposite direction.
  7. Bake cake until deep golden on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Cool in pan on rack 15 minutes, then remove pan sides and cool cake completely. DO AHEAD Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in foil and store at room temperature.
  8. Cut cake into wedges and serve with whole strawberries or with warm strawberry jam.

Nutrition Facts

Calories411kcal
Protein4.52%
Fat45.96%
Carbs49.52%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.84
Glycemic Load
22.06
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6013043030449%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.34mg
Catechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.61kcal
20.53%
Fat:21.29g
32.76%
Saturated Fat:10.93g
68.3%
Carbohydrates:51.63g
17.21%
Net Carbohydrates:50.36g
18.31%
Sugar:30.83g
34.26%
Cholesterol:147.77mg
49.26%
Sodium:133.42mg
5.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.71g
9.43%
Manganese:0.47mg
23.26%
Selenium:13.45µg
19.21%
Folate:61.02µg
15.26%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.49%
Vitamin A:617.14IU
12.34%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
10.97%
Vitamin E:1.52mg
10.11%
Iron:1.58mg
8.8%
Phosphorus:84.01mg
8.4%
Copper:0.15mg
7.25%
Vitamin B3:1.34mg
6.69%
Fiber:1.27g
5.07%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.58%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.83%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.76%
Magnesium:14.41mg
3.6%
Vitamin D:0.54µg
3.57%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.52%
Calcium:30.37mg
3.04%
Vitamin C:2.08mg
2.52%
Potassium:87.46mg
2.5%
Vitamin K:2.17µg
2.06%
Source:Epicurious