Basque cake
Basque cake
Basque cake
Basque cake

Basque cake

€22.00

33.85€ /kg

A symbol of Basque gastronomy, the artisanal Basque cake with pastry cream delights with its golden shortcrust pastry, crisp on the outside and meltingly soft on the inside. Its generous heart of vanilla pastry cream, enhanced with a hint of almond and rum, makes it a rich and refined dessert.

Discover our two must-have recipes: Basque cake with pastry cream or Basque cake with black cherry. Perfect to enjoy as a dessert or for afternoon tea, paired with a coffee or a tea. Artisanal production, quality ingredients, and the authentic flavours of the Basque Country.

✔️ Basque speciality
✔️ Pastry cream
✔️ Ideal for 6–8 people

⚖️ Weight: 650 g

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Informations on Basque cake

🥮 THE GOURMET SYMBOL OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY

The artisanal Basque cake with pastry cream is one of the emblematic treasures of Basque gastronomy. With its round shape and golden crust, this generous cake delights with the contrast between a crisp shortcrust pastry on the outside and a melting cream-filled center. 

Flavoured with almond and vanilla, and enhanced by a delicate hint of rum, it perfectly embodies the warmth and conviviality of the Basque Country. Whether enjoyed as a dessert or for afternoon tea, each bite evokes the simple and generous flavours of the local terroir.

🏡 AN AUTHENTIC FAMILY TRADITION

Known as “Etxeko Bixkotxa” in Basque — literally “the house cake” — this dessert originated in the homes of Labourd and Lower Navarre in the 19th century. Traditionally prepared by the women of the household, it was passed down from generation to generation as a family craft. 

Each family had its own recipe, adapted to the fruits and ingredients available: pastry cream, black cherry jam, plums or apricots. This diversity explains why no two Basque cakes are ever truly alike, each one bearing the signature of its home.

🍒 TWO VERSIONS, ONE SHARED PLEASURE

Today, our artisanal Basque cake is available in two essential recipes: pastry cream or black cherry jam. Two flavours, two personalities, yet the same gourmet pleasure. With its soft texture, delicately sweet taste and generous aromas, it pairs perfectly with a coffee, a tea or a glass of Basque cider.

To preserve all its qualities, store it in a cool, dry place and enjoy within 2 to 3 days after purchase.

Our Basque cakes are prepared on Wednesdays for shipment the same day or on the following Thursday. However, in the event of a stock shortage, the dispatch of your order may be postponed until the following Wednesday. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further information.

Weight :
600g
DLUO :
6 days
Ingredients :
Milk 31.2%, sugar, butter, egg, wheat flour, raising agent, vanilla, rum 1.8%.
Allergènes :
Milk, wheat, egg.
Conservation :
Store at room temperature.
Nutritional values :
Energy: 1358 kJ / 323 kcal Fat: 12.0 g – of which saturates: 7.1 g Carbohydrate: 48.0 g – of which sugars: 30.0 g Protein: 5.8 g Salt: 0.19 g
Place of manufacture/processing :
Basque Country

    Comment déguster un fromage de brebis du Pays Basque ?

    Le fromage de brebis se déguste idéalement à température ambiante afin de révéler toute sa richesse aromatique. Il accompagne parfaitement un pain de campagne, une confiture de cerises noires, des fruits secs ou encore un vin blanc sec ou un vin rouge léger du Sud-Ouest.

    Où sont fabriqués les fromages de la Maison Agour Etxea ?

    Les Ossau-Iraty AOP de la Maison Agour Etxea sont fabriqués dans notre fromagerie historique d'Hélette, au cœur du Pays Basque, où nous perpétuons un savoir-faire fromager transmis depuis plusieurs générations. Nos pâtes molles et nos fromages aromatiques, élaborés en plus petites quantités, sont quant à eux produits dans notre fruitière innovatrice d'Irati. Chaque création reflète l'attachement de la Maison Agour Etxea à son terroir, à l'innovation et à l'excellence des fromages basques.

Reviews about this product
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2
1★
1
2★
4
3★
6
4★
52
5★
9.2/10


Based on 65 reviews

  • 5

    Exquisite (Translated review)

  • 5

    Absolutely stunning! (Translated review)

  • 5

    very sweet (Translated review)

  • 5

    Very good product (Translated review)

  • 3

    Arrived close to the expiration date, average texture (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Dear Mrs. Yard, We are sorry that the reception of our Basque specialties was not fully satisfactory. Regarding the Basque cake with cream, its product sheet specifies storage in a cool, dry place and consumption within 2 to 3 days following receipt. Our cakes are prepared on Wednesday for shipment on the same day or within the week. Due to the fragility of the pastry cream, they can be kept cool before departure, which explains the precaution

  • 4

    It had been a very long time since I had eaten it. Good tasting dough but the cream is less. (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Mr. Dunand, We are delighted that you have rediscovered the pleasure of tasting a Basque cake after such a long time. We are, however, sorry that the cream did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable and helps us to always better satisfy the lovers of this specialty. Maison Agour Etxea

  • 4

    Good but it's not the best in the Basque Country (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Mr. Chassay, Thank you for sharing your opinion on our Basque Cake with cream. We are delighted that you appreciated it, even if it did not fully meet your expectations. The Basque Cake is an emblematic specialty of our region, and we know that everyone has their preferences regarding recipe, texture, and indulgence. We hope you will have the opportunity to continue discovering our selection and find among our Basque specialties the one that will fully seduce you. Best regards, Maison Agour Etxea

  • 5

    Delicious (Translated review)

  • 5

    Good (Translated review)

  • 5

    I eat them, but despite them being past the expiration date (Translated review)

Show more reviews


🥮 THE GOURMET SYMBOL OF THE BASQUE COUNTRY

The artisanal Basque cake with pastry cream is one of the emblematic treasures of Basque gastronomy. With its round shape and golden crust, this generous cake delights with the contrast between a crisp shortcrust pastry on the outside and a melting cream-filled center. 

Flavoured with almond and vanilla, and enhanced by a delicate hint of rum, it perfectly embodies the warmth and conviviality of the Basque Country. Whether enjoyed as a dessert or for afternoon tea, each bite evokes the simple and generous flavours of the local terroir.

🏡 AN AUTHENTIC FAMILY TRADITION

Known as “Etxeko Bixkotxa” in Basque — literally “the house cake” — this dessert originated in the homes of Labourd and Lower Navarre in the 19th century. Traditionally prepared by the women of the household, it was passed down from generation to generation as a family craft. 

Each family had its own recipe, adapted to the fruits and ingredients available: pastry cream, black cherry jam, plums or apricots. This diversity explains why no two Basque cakes are ever truly alike, each one bearing the signature of its home.

🍒 TWO VERSIONS, ONE SHARED PLEASURE

Today, our artisanal Basque cake is available in two essential recipes: pastry cream or black cherry jam. Two flavours, two personalities, yet the same gourmet pleasure. With its soft texture, delicately sweet taste and generous aromas, it pairs perfectly with a coffee, a tea or a glass of Basque cider.

To preserve all its qualities, store it in a cool, dry place and enjoy within 2 to 3 days after purchase.

Our Basque cakes are prepared on Wednesdays for shipment the same day or on the following Thursday. However, in the event of a stock shortage, the dispatch of your order may be postponed until the following Wednesday. Please do not hesitate to contact us should you require any further information.

Weight :
600g
DLUO :
6 days
Ingredients :
Milk 31.2%, sugar, butter, egg, wheat flour, raising agent, vanilla, rum 1.8%.
Allergènes :
Milk, wheat, egg.
Conservation :
Store at room temperature.
Nutritional values :
Energy: 1358 kJ / 323 kcal Fat: 12.0 g – of which saturates: 7.1 g Carbohydrate: 48.0 g – of which sugars: 30.0 g Protein: 5.8 g Salt: 0.19 g
Place of manufacture/processing :
Basque Country

    Comment déguster un fromage de brebis du Pays Basque ?

    Le fromage de brebis se déguste idéalement à température ambiante afin de révéler toute sa richesse aromatique. Il accompagne parfaitement un pain de campagne, une confiture de cerises noires, des fruits secs ou encore un vin blanc sec ou un vin rouge léger du Sud-Ouest.

    Où sont fabriqués les fromages de la Maison Agour Etxea ?

    Les Ossau-Iraty AOP de la Maison Agour Etxea sont fabriqués dans notre fromagerie historique d'Hélette, au cœur du Pays Basque, où nous perpétuons un savoir-faire fromager transmis depuis plusieurs générations. Nos pâtes molles et nos fromages aromatiques, élaborés en plus petites quantités, sont quant à eux produits dans notre fruitière innovatrice d'Irati. Chaque création reflète l'attachement de la Maison Agour Etxea à son terroir, à l'innovation et à l'excellence des fromages basques.

Reviews about this product
Logo Société des Avis Garantis Show attestation

Reviews subject to control

2
1★
1
2★
4
3★
6
4★
52
5★
9.2/10


Based on 65 reviews

  • 5

    Exquisite (Translated review)

  • 5

    Absolutely stunning! (Translated review)

  • 5

    very sweet (Translated review)

  • 5

    Very good product (Translated review)

  • 3

    Arrived close to the expiration date, average texture (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Dear Mrs. Yard, We are sorry that the reception of our Basque specialties was not fully satisfactory. Regarding the Basque cake with cream, its product sheet specifies storage in a cool, dry place and consumption within 2 to 3 days following receipt. Our cakes are prepared on Wednesday for shipment on the same day or within the week. Due to the fragility of the pastry cream, they can be kept cool before departure, which explains the precaution

  • 4

    It had been a very long time since I had eaten it. Good tasting dough but the cream is less. (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Mr. Dunand, We are delighted that you have rediscovered the pleasure of tasting a Basque cake after such a long time. We are, however, sorry that the cream did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is valuable and helps us to always better satisfy the lovers of this specialty. Maison Agour Etxea

  • 4

    Good but it's not the best in the Basque Country (Translated review)

    Merchant's answer

    Mr. Chassay, Thank you for sharing your opinion on our Basque Cake with cream. We are delighted that you appreciated it, even if it did not fully meet your expectations. The Basque Cake is an emblematic specialty of our region, and we know that everyone has their preferences regarding recipe, texture, and indulgence. We hope you will have the opportunity to continue discovering our selection and find among our Basque specialties the one that will fully seduce you. Best regards, Maison Agour Etxea

  • 5

    Delicious (Translated review)

  • 5

    Good (Translated review)

  • 5

    I eat them, but despite them being past the expiration date (Translated review)

Show more reviews


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FAQ - Everything You Need to Know About Custard Cream Basque Cake

Custard Cream Basque Cake is one of the most iconic recipes in Basque pastry-making. It features a golden, buttery shortcrust pastry filled with a smooth custard cream delicately flavoured with vanilla.

Rich and indulgent, it is a must-try traditional dessert from the Basque Country.

The main difference is the filling. Custard Cream Basque Cake is filled with smooth, creamy custard, while Black Cherry Basque Cake is filled with black cherry jam.

Both traditional recipes are emblematic of Basque gastronomy, each offering its own distinctive flavour and character.

Custard Cream Basque Cake can be enjoyed as a dessert or as an afternoon treat. It pairs perfectly with coffee, tea or hot chocolate.

To fully appreciate its texture and delicate flavours, we recommend serving it at room temperature.

Keep your Custard Cream Basque Cake in its original packaging, in a cool, dry place, following the storage instructions provided on the packaging.

Once opened, make sure it is properly covered to preserve its soft texture and the smoothness of its custard filling.

Custard Cream Basque Cake is one of the Basque Country’s historic traditional recipes. Passed down from generation to generation, it reflects the expertise and heritage of Basque pastry-making and has become one of the region’s most iconic desserts.

Its buttery shortcrust pastry and creamy filling have made it a much-loved speciality far beyond the Basque Country.

Looking for the authentic flavours of the Basque Country? Visit the Maison Agour Etxea online shop to discover our selection of Custard Cream Basque Cakes, made with respect for Basque tradition.

Whether you want to enjoy this iconic Basque speciality yourself or offer it as a gourmet gift, it is a delicious way to discover the flavours of the Basque Country.

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