Description
This Frangipane Pastry Cream Galette is a buttery, flaky pastry filled with luscious frangipane cream and topped with seasonal fruit. Perfect for a dessert or a special occasion treat, it’s surprisingly simple to make and always impressive.
Ingredients
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For the Galette Dough:
- 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup (60ml) ice water (plus more if needed)
For the Frangipane Cream:
- 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (100g) almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling and Topping:
- 2–3 cups fresh fruit (such as sliced peaches, pears, or berries)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Instructions
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Make the Galette Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough comes together.
- Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
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Prepare the Frangipane Cream:
- Beat the butter and sugar together in a medium bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add the almond flour, eggs, almond extract, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
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Assemble the Galette:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch (30cm) circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread the frangipane cream evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch (5cm) border around the edges.
- Arrange the fruit over the frangipane cream.
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Fold and Bake:
- Fold the edges of the dough up and over the fruit, pleating as needed to create a border.
- Brush the dough with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Substitute almond flour with hazelnut or pistachio flour for a twist.
- Serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg