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A historic and light dessert specific to the Yvelines region, made with fresh green pea puree and almond flour.
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Gâteau Saint-Germain is a traditional cake named after the Saint-Germain-en-Laye commune in the Yvelines department. This dessert features green pea puree, paying homage to the famous Saint-Germain peas that historically grew in the area. Combined with almond flour, it gains a moist, soft texture and a distinctively subtle greenish tint. You can discover where to taste this unique pastry by checking the local bakeries near the coordinates indicated on the Harita section. It stands as a prime example of innovative sweet-vegetable pairings within the broader culinary heritage of France.
Ingredients
- 200g fresh or frozen Saint-Germain green peas
- 150g almond flour
- 150g granulated sugar
- 4 eggs
- 80g melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
- Boil the green peas until tender, drain them completely, and blend into a very smooth puree.
- Whisk egg yolks with sugar, then mix in the melted butter, almond flour, and pea puree.
- In a separate bowl, whip egg whites until stiff peaks form, then gently fold them into the main batter using a spatula.
- Pour into a greased cake mold and bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 35-40 minutes.
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