Far Breton (Prune Flan)
Far Breton is a traditional baked custard flan from Brittany, France, made with a simple batter of eggs, flour, milk, and butter poured over whole prunes. The prunes soften during baking and add a deep, jammy sweetness that contrasts with the firm, creamy custard. It takes about an hour to bake and is equally good served warm or at room temperature.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup prunes pitted and halved
- 3 tablespoons dark rum or brandy
- 2 cups whole milk preferably organic
- 4 large eggs
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for greasing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Place the prunes in a small bowl with the dark rum and let them soak for at least 30 minutes to plump up.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and frothy. This should take about 3 minutes.
- Gradually add the sifted flour, continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
- Slowly pour in the milk, whisking to combine, followed by the vanilla extract and salt. The batter should be light and creamy.
- Grease a baking dish with unsalted butter and arrange the soaked prunes evenly at the bottom.
- Pour the batter over the prunes, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the Far Breton to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Lori’s Tips
- To intensify the prune flavor, consider using freshly dried prunes and soaking them overnight for deeper infusion.
- If you prefer a non-alcoholic version, replace the rum with apple juice or water.
Nutrition
Calories: 293kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 304mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 491IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 102mgIron: 1mg
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