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Easy Flaky Rustic Fruit Galette

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A simple and delicious rustic fruit galette with a buttery, flaky crust and sweet-tart fruit filling, perfect for homemade desserts and family gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups (315g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 cup (225g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¼ to ⅓ cup (60-80ml) ice water, plus more if needed
  • 3 cups fresh fruit, sliced or chopped (apples, peaches, berries, or a combo)
  • ⅓ cup (65g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • Optional: ½ tsp ground cinnamon or nutmeg
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 ½ cups flour, 1 tsp sugar, and 1 tsp salt.
  2. Add 1 cup cold, cubed butter. Cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or two knives until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter.
  3. Slowly drizzle ¼ cup ice water over the mixture, tossing gently with a fork. Add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together when pressed. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  4. While dough chills, combine 3 cups sliced fruit with ⅓ cup sugar, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and optional spices in a bowl. Toss gently and let sit.
  5. On a floured surface, roll chilled dough into a rough 12-inch circle about ⅛ inch thick. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Pile fruit filling in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges of dough over fruit, pleating as needed to create a rustic edge, leaving center exposed.
  7. Brush dough edges with beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
  8. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake galette for 35-45 minutes until crust is golden and fruit filling is bubbling. Tent with foil if crust browns too fast.
  9. Let galette cool for at least 15 minutes before cutting. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Keep butter and water very cold to ensure a flaky crust. Do not overwork the dough to avoid toughness. Chill dough before rolling out. If crust browns too quickly, tent with foil. Use fresh fruit for best flavor; thaw and drain frozen fruit before use. Variations include gluten-free flour, vegan butter alternatives, and adding spices or nuts.

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