Apple Galette Provencal
8 servings
120 minutes
Provençal apple galette is a simple yet exquisite dish from French cuisine. The galette features a crispy and tender base made from a mix of wheat and corn flour with aromatic butter. Inside are juicy apples infused with the warm aroma of cinnamon and a delicate caramel sweetness from sugar. The light tartness of the fruit pairs perfectly with the golden crust of the dough, creating a harmony of flavors. This dish is perfect for cozy home tea times as well as festive treats. The galette is best enjoyed warm, especially with a scoop of vanilla ice cream added. Due to its simplicity, it is easy to prepare without requiring complex techniques while consistently delighting with its taste and appearance.
1
Mix wheat and corn flour, sugar, and salt.
- Wheat flour: 1.8 glass
- Cornmeal: 0.3 glass
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 0.3 teaspoon
2
Cut the butter into small pieces, add to the flour mixture and rub into crumbs.
- Butter: 100 g
3
Add buttermilk and knead the dough. Roll the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and place it in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Buttermilk: 0.3 glass
4
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Roll out the dough and place it on parchment paper.
5
Clean and slice the apples, sprinkle them with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and mix.
- Apple: 3 pieces
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
6
Arrange the apple slices overlapping in a fan shape on the dough, leaving a 5 cm margin from the edge.
7
Wrap the edges of the dough. Brush the galette with beaten egg.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
8
Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the apples are soft and the dough is golden.
