Far Breton

Far Breton is a delightful custard-like baked dish from Brittany, featuring a rich flavor profile enhanced by the natural sweetness of prunes. This dairy-free version maintains the traditional taste while being suitable for those avoiding dairy.

Ingredients

• Almond milk - 300 ml
• All-purpose flour - 100 g
• Brown sugar - 50 g
• Flaxseed meal - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 2.5 tablespoons (for flax egg)
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Prunes - 100 g (pitted and chopped)
• Baking powder - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish (about 20 cm x 20 cm).
2. In a small bowl, mix the flaxseed meal with water and let it sit for about 5 minutes to thicken.
3. In a large bowl, whisk together the almond milk, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and the prepared flax egg until well combined.
4. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until smooth.
6. Fold in the chopped prunes until evenly distributed.
7. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber due to prunes, which aids digestion.
• Dairy-free, making it suitable for lactose intolerant individuals.

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