Gâteau de ménage

01 / ABOUT THE DISH

About the dish

Gâteau de ménage or household cake is a traditional, simple cake originating from the French region of Franche-Comté. It is a type of flat, round brioche that is topped with chocolate chips or egg cream known as goumeau . This tasty dessert is sometimes also referred to as birthday cake . It was invented by the Der á Montier-en-Der monks in the Middle Ages and it is still popular today, especially during the festival season and Christmas fairs.