Apple galette with almonds
4 servings
40 minutes
Apple galette with almond is an elegant and simple dish from European cuisine that combines the tenderness of shortcrust pastry with the rich flavor of sweet apples. It is easy to prepare: the dough is mixed by hand, and the filling consists of slices of juicy apples soaked in honey and aromatic spices—ginger and nutmeg. Almonds add a crunchy texture and a refined nutty note. The galette has a harmonious balance of sweetness and spiciness, while its crispy crust contrasts with the soft fruit filling. Perfect for a cozy tea time or festive treat, served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. It is not just a dessert but a true gastronomic classic embodying the simplicity and sophistication of French cuisine.
1
In a deep bowl, mix flour, 1 tablespoon of sugar, salt, ground ginger, and nutmeg. Add 100 g of diced butter, and crumble the butter with the flour using a fork. Add ice water to the dough by the tablespoon (it can be a little more than specified: the main thing is that the dough doesn't fall apart in the end), knead the dough, form a ball, wrap it in film, and refrigerate for half an hour to an hour.
- Wheat flour: 200 g
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
- Ginger: 0.5 teaspoon
- Nutmeg: 0.5 teaspoon
- Butter: 120 g
- Water: 50 ml
2
At this time, prepare the apples: remove the seeds and slice them. You can peel them if the skin is tough.
- Apple: 500 g
3
Roll out the dough into a circle with a diameter of 30 cm and a thickness of 3-4 mm, transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment, and place the apples on it, leaving 4-5 cm from the edge. Drizzle with honey (you can use more if the apples are not sweet enough), evenly distribute the remaining butter on top, fold the edges, and sprinkle with a little crushed almonds (or almond flakes).
- Apple: 500 g
- Honey: 4 tablespoons
- Butter: 120 g
- Almond: to taste
4
Bake at 200 degrees for about 25-30 minutes until the dough is ready.