Caramel Apple Galette
A caramel apple galette is a free-form pastry — no pie dish needed — with sliced apples arranged over a simple buttery crust and finished with a drizzle of caramel. The edges are folded up by hand, which gives it a relaxed, rustic look. It takes about an hour to make and is a good option when you want an apple dessert without the fuss of a full pie.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Rolling pin
- Mixing Bowl
- Small saucepan
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour preferably chilled
- ½ cup unsalted butter cold, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3-4 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling:
- 4 cups Granny Smith apples peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
For the Caramel:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream at room temperature
Instructions
- Dough Preparation: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter cubes, using your fingertips to blend until the mixture resembles coarse sand. Slowly incorporate ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Filling Preparation: In another bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Let it sit while you prepare the caramel.
- Caramel Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the sugar over medium heat. Carefully add the butter and stir until melted, then slowly whisk in the cream. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
- Assembly: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a baking sheet. Pour the apple mixture into the center, spreading evenly but leaving a 2-inch border. Fold the edges over the apples. Brush the dough with some of the caramel. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown.
- Final Touch: Let the galette cool slightly before topping with additional caramel.
Notes
Optional:
- Sprinkle a few sea salt flakes over the caramel for a salted caramel twist.
- For a crispier crust, sprinkle a little sugar over the pastry edges before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 365kcalCarbohydrates: 51gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 46mgSodium: 81mgPotassium: 119mgFiber: 2gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 586IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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