Le Quatre-Quarts facile et moelleux, un classique de la pâtisserie française ! 🍞

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will create a classic French dessert known as Le Quatre-Quarts. This simple yet delicious cake is made with just four basic ingredients: eggs, flour, sugar, and butter. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy to follow and results in a moist, flavorful cake. Let's get started!

Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients

Before you start baking, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients ready:

• 3 large eggs
• 150 g of flour
• 150 g of sugar
• 150 g of butter (softened)
• 1 sachet (about 11 g) of baking powder

Step 2: Preheat the Oven

Prepare your oven for baking:

• Preheat your oven to 170°C (approximately 340°F).
• Grease a cake pan to prevent the cake from sticking.

Step 3: Prepare the Batter

Now, let's mix the ingredients to create the batter:

1. In a large mixing bowl, beat the 3 eggs until they are well combined.
2. Gradually add the 150 g of sugar while continuing to mix until the mixture is light and fluffy.
3. Melt the 150 g of butter and let it cool slightly before adding it to the egg and sugar mixture. Mix well.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the 150 g of flour and the sachet of baking powder.
5. Gradually fold the flour mixture into the wet ingredients, ensuring that everything is well incorporated without over-mixing.

Step 4: Bake the Cake

With the batter ready, it’s time to bake:

• Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan.
• Place the pan in the preheated oven.
• Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 5: Cool and Serve

Once the cake is done baking, follow these steps:

1. Remove the cake from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
2. Carefully transfer the cake to a wire rack to cool completely.
3. Once cooled, slice the cake and serve it plain or with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion

You’ve successfully made a classic Le Quatre-Quarts! This simple recipe is perfect for both novice and experienced bakers. Enjoy the moist, buttery flavor of this French cake, and consider experimenting with variations, such as adding chocolate or fruit for extra flavor. Happy baking!