Boterkoek (Dutch Butter Cake)

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1. 1Heat the ovenSet the oven to 180°C/350˚F (conventional oven).
2. 2Lay the softened butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand mixer and whisk until creamy.
3. 3Add the flour and salt and knead by hand until you have a smooth dough. Divide into two pieces.
4. 4Line the base of a square or round cake tin with baking parchment (not a springform tin) and place the first half of the pastry on top. Flatten with your fingers and a spoon.
5. 5Using a teaspoon, sprinkle dollops of dulce de leche over the base. Sprinkle with the chopped chocolate and cover with the second half of the pastry.
6. 6This is a bit trickier, but if you don’t get it right, don’t worry, it’ll be fine once it’s baked! Brush the pastry with the beaten egg.
7. 7BakeBake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until golden. It will be wobbly. That's because butter cake only firms up when it cools.
8. 8Cut into small pieces when it has cooled completely!
9. 9Notes.
10. 10Storing: Store in an airtight container outside of the fridge for about 2-3 days or in the fridge for 5 days. Freeze for up to three months.