Oma's Boterkoek Dutch Buttercake
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Oma's Boterkoek, a classic Dutch buttercake that's as simple to make as it is satisfying. This traditional recipe brings together pantry staples like unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and all-purpose flour with a hint of vanilla for a melt-in-your-mouth treat. Perfectly golden on the outside and irresistibly tender on the inside, this dessert gets its signature glossy top from a light egg yolk glaze brushed on before baking. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a crisscross scoring pattern for a charming, authentic finish, this Dutch favorite is ideal for everything from casual coffee breaks to elegant gatherings. Serve at room temperature and savor each deliciously rich bite of this time-honored treat.
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Ingredients
- 200 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 250 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg yolk (for brushing)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease and line the bottom of a 9-inch round or square baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Step 3
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring just until a soft dough forms.
Step 5
Evenly press the dough into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the surface with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Step 6
Lightly beat the egg yolk with a fork and use a pastry brush to spread the yolk evenly over the surface of the dough. For a traditional look, use a fork to score shallow diagonal lines in a crisscross pattern.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are set.
Step 8
Remove the pan from the oven and let the boterkoek cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or wedges. Serve at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (733.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3274.1 |
| Total Fat 177.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 106.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 840.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2509.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 392.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 201.4g | |
| Protein 36.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 71.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 124.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 408.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories