Far Breton French Prune Cake

Far Breton French Prune Cake is a rustic yet elegant dessert that hails from the Brittany region of France, blending simplicity with refined flavor. This custard-like cake features tender, rum-soaked prunes (optional but highly recommended) nestled in a silky batter made from pantry staples like flour, sugar, eggs, and milk. The prunes create bursts of sweetness that perfectly complement the smooth, golden-baked base. Easy to prepare and naturally gluten-free-adjacent*, this Far Breton can be whipped up in just 15 minutes of prep and baked to perfection in under an hour. Serve it as a delightful snack, a comforting dessert, or even a breakfast indulgence, with whipped cream or a dusting of powdered sugar if desired. Perfect for lovers of French cuisine, this recipe is sure to impress with its rich flavors and rustic charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Pitted prunes
• 2 tablespoons Rum (optional, for soaking prunes)
• 500 milliliters Whole milk
• 10 grams Unsalted butter (for greasing dish)
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Granulated sugar
• 4 Large eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

If desired, soak the pitted prunes in rum for 30 minutes to enhance their flavor. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) baking dish with unsalted butter.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 4

In another bowl, beat the eggs, then gradually add the milk and vanilla extract while whisking until smooth.

Step 5

Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, whisking continuously to form a smooth batter with no lumps.

Step 6

Pour a thin layer of the batter into the prepared baking dish. Place the dish in the oven for 5 minutes to slightly set the base of the batter.

Step 7

Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Arrange the prunes evenly over the partially set batter.

Step 8

Pour the remaining batter over the prunes, ensuring they are completely submerged.

Step 9

Place the dish back in the oven and bake for 50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and puffed. A skewer inserted in the center should come out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the Far Breton cool to room temperature. It will deflate as it cools, which is normal.

Step 11

Once cooled, slice and serve. Enjoy as is or with a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1159.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1968.1

Total Fat 46.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 828.0mg	0%
Sodium 1072.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 332.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 201.7g
Protein 55.7g	0%

Vitamin D 393.3IU	0%
Calcium 848.6mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2631.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.2%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 67.5%