Cherry Galette
Indulge in the rustic charm of a homemade Cherry Galette—a simple yet stunning dessert that combines a flaky, buttery crust with sweet, juicy cherries. This recipe celebrates summer’s bounty with fresh cherries tossed in a light brown sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla mixture for a perfectly balanced filling. The galette’s freeform shape makes it beautifully imperfect and easy to prepare, with no need for pie pans or intricate latticework. A golden egg-washed crust, sparkling with optional coarse sugar, adds a delightful crunch to every bite. Ready in just over an hour, this crowd-pleasing dessert is perfect for casual gatherings or special occasions. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly memorable treat! Keywords: cherry galette recipe, rustic dessert, fresh cherry pie, flaky crust, easy fruit galette.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams All-purpose flour
- 25 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 115 grams Cold unsalted butter
- 60 milliliters Ice water
- 450 grams Fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 50 grams Light brown sugar
- 15 grams Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Milk or water
- 1 tablespoon Coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and incorporate it into the dry ingredients using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing.
Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, combine the pitted and halved cherries, light brown sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix gently to coat the cherries evenly.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a roughly 12-inch (30 cm) circle. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
Pile the cherry filling into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border around the edges.
Fold the edges of the dough over the cherries, pleating as needed to create a rustic crust. The center will remain exposed.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk (or water) to make an egg wash. Brush this mixture over the crust.
Sprinkle the crust with coarse sugar, if desired, for added crunch and sweetness.
Bake the galette in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Allow the galette to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving. It’s delightful on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.1 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.4 g | 307% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 448 mg | 149% | |
| Sodium | 2497 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 313.2 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.2 g | ||
| Protein | 31.0 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 182 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1385 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
