Broyé poitevin facts for kids
Broyé du Poitou
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| Alternative names | Broyé du Poitou |
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| Type | Pastry |
| Place of origin | France |
| Region or state | Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
| Main ingredients | sugar, flour, butter and eggs |
The Broyé Poitevin (say "broy-AY pwah-teh-VAN") is a special flat cake or pastry from a region in France called Poitou. It's also known as Broyé du Poitou. This tasty treat is made with simple ingredients. These include sugar, flour, butter, and eggs. It's a bit like a big, flat cookie or shortbread.
You can find Broyé Poitevin in many different sizes. Some are small, about 8 centimeters (3 inches) wide. Others can be very large, up to 100 centimeters (about 3 feet) across! They are usually about 2 centimeters (less than an inch) thick.
What is the Broyé Poitevin?
The Broyé Poitevin is a traditional French pastry. It comes from the historic Poitou province in France. The word "broyé" means "crushed" or "broken." This is because people traditionally break off pieces of the cake. They don't usually slice it with a knife.
How is it Made?
This pastry is made with a special kind of dough. It's called an "unleavened" dough. This means it doesn't have yeast or baking powder. So, it doesn't rise much when it bakes. This gives it a dense, crumbly texture. The main ingredients are simple and natural. These include flour, sugar, butter, and eggs.
A Special Society for the Broyé
In 2004, a group of people in Poitiers, France, started a special club. It's called the Confrérie de l'Ordre des Chevaliers de la Grand Goule. A "confrérie" is like a brotherhood or society. This group works to promote and protect the Broyé Poitevin.
Their main goal is to keep the traditions of this pastry alive. They want to make sure people continue to enjoy and make it. The Confrérie also organizes an annual event. It's called the Rencontres Gourmandes du Poitou. This event celebrates local foods, including the Broyé Poitevin.
