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gateau au fromage blanc
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gateau au fromage blanc

This light and fluffy French cheesecake, known as Gâteau au Fromage Blanc, is a delightful dessert that's less rich than traditional cheesecakes but equally delicious. Discover how to make gateau au fromage blanc, a classic French cheesecake, with our easy-to-follow recipe. Featuring creamy fromage blanc, this light and airy dessert offers a delicate sweetness that is perfect for any occasion. Impress your guests with this elegant and sophisticated French treat.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 eggs
  • 500 grams fromage blanc (0% fat or your preferred fat content)
  • 75 grams granulated sugar
  • 90 grams all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Butter, for greasing the pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat the Oven
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan with butter.
Prepare the Batter
  1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and sugar together until the mixture becomes pale and fluffy.
  2. Add the fromage blanc and lemon zest to the egg mixture and mix until well combined.
  3. Sift the flour and baking powder together, then gradually fold them into the wet mixture until smooth and homogeneous.
Bake
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared springform pan.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Cool and Serve
  4. Allow the gâteau to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove the springform ring and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
  5. Once cooled, refrigerate the gâteau for at least 2 hours before serving to allow it to set.

Notes

Lemon Topping for Gâteau au Fromage Blanc

This lemon topping is the perfect complement to the light and fluffy Gâteau au Fromage Blanc, adding a tangy and sweet flavor that enhances the overall dessert.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ¾ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients:
    • In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir well to ensure there are no lumps.
  2. Add Water and Cook:
    • Gradually add the water to the sugar and cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly to combine.
    • Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture starts to boil. Allow it to boil for 1 minute while continuing to stir.
  3. Add Lemon and Butter:
    • Remove the saucepan from the heat.
    • Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter until the butter is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.
  4. Cool the Sauce:
    • Let the lemon sauce cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes. It will thicken as it cools.
  5. Serve:
    • Once cooled, drizzle the lemon sauce over the chilled Gâteau au Fromage Blanc before serving. You can also serve additional sauce on the side for extra flavor.