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Rustic Apple Galette

Rustic Apple Galette

The ultimate comfort food, a Rustic Apple Galette combines flaky pastry with sweet, spiced apples for a delightful dessert. Easy to make and perfect for sharing, this rustic treat is a must-try this fall!
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1.25 cup Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 8 tablespoons Cold Butter (1 stick), cut into ½-inch pieces
  • 4 ounces Cold Cream Cheese (cut into ½-inch pieces)
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
  • 1-2 tablespoons Ice Water (I used closer to 2 tablespoons)

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Chef's Knife
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. In a food processor, pulse flour, sugar, and salt. Add butter and cream cheese and pulse till the mixture looks like coarse cornmeal, about 10 pulses.
  2. Sprinkle with lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of ice water and pulse a few times till liquid is dispersed. Pinch a bit of the dough to see if it holds together; if not, sprinkle with the remaining ice water and pulse to combine.
  3. Turn the dough out onto the countertop and gently press it into a ball. Flatten into a 6-inch disk, wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Remove the dough from the refrigerator.
  5. Roll into a 15-inch circle between two sheets of parchment paper. Remove the top parchment and move the dough round with the parchment paper to a baking sheet.
  6. Toss apples with the sugar and cinnamon; and arrange apples overlapping in semicircles, starting about 3 inches in from the edge of the dough, placing the thicker sides of the apples facing out.
  7. Fold the outer dough border up over the apple filling, pleating as needed, then use cupped hands to press the sides of the dough so it adheres to the apples.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, then brush the exposed crust with egg white and sprinkle the remaining sugar over the whole tart.
  9. Bake until the crust is golden and the apples are tender about 30 more minutes.
  10. Cool for 10 minutes, then slide the tart and parchment onto a cooling rack.
  11. If you'd like, brush some apricot jelly or jam over the apples to give them a slight sheen.
  12. Use a large spatula to remove the tart from the parchment onto a serving plate. Serve slices with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Notes

  • Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat in the oven to restore crispiness.
  • Freezing: Can you freeze the galette? Absolutely! Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing for up to three months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
  • Pairing: Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an extra indulgent dessert experience.
  • Flavor Enhancements: Add a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of apple cider to the apples for a unique twist.
  • Serving Suggestions: This galette is perfect for any fall gathering, from Thanksgiving to casual family dinners.