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Peach Galette Recipe

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This Peach Galette is a rustic, delicious dessert featuring juicy sliced peaches nestled in a spiced cinnamon-sugar mixture and baked within a flaky puff pastry crust. Easy to prepare, this tart offers a perfect balance of sweet, buttery, and fruit flavors with a golden, crisp edge. Ideal for summer gatherings or an elegant dessert, it pairs wonderfully with ice cream or whipped cream.

Ingredients

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Pastry

  • 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)

Filling

  • 4–5 medium peaches, sliced ⅓ inch thick
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch

Toppings

  • 1 large egg (whisked)
  • 2 Tablespoons coarse granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it is hot and ready when you finish assembling the galette.
  2. Prepare Puff Pastry: Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet just enough to fit the bottom of a 10-inch oven-safe skillet. Gently press the pastry into the base and slightly up the sides, forming a shallow crust. Place the skillet in the refrigerator to chill while preparing the filling.
  3. Mix Spices and Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon, brown sugar, and cornstarch. This mixture will add flavor and help thicken the peach juices during baking.
  4. Assemble the Base: Sprinkle half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the bottom of the chilled puff pastry to create a spiced base layer.
  5. Arrange Peaches: Lay the sliced peaches over the cinnamon-sugar base in overlapping circles or rows, distributing them evenly for a beautiful presentation.
  6. Add Remaining Spice Mixture: Evenly sprinkle the remaining cinnamon-sugar-cornstarch mixture over the arranged peach slices to coat them well.
  7. Fold Pastry Edges: Carefully fold the edges of the puff pastry slightly over the filling to create a rustic border, enclosing the filling while leaving the center exposed.
  8. Apply Egg Wash and Sugar: Brush the folded edges of the crust with the whisked egg to encourage browning and sprinkle coarse granulated sugar on top for added crunch and sweetness.
  9. Drizzle Melted Butter: Drizzle the melted unsalted butter over the peach filling to enrich the flavors and aid caramelization.
  10. Bake: Place the skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the puff pastry crust is golden brown and the peaches are bubbly and tender.
  11. Cool and Serve: Remove the galette from the oven and allow it to cool for 10-15 minutes to set the filling. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent finish.

Notes

  • Use ripe, but firm peaches to ensure they hold their shape during baking.
  • If puff pastry is not available, a homemade pie crust can be a substitute but may affect the texture.
  • Chilling the pastry before baking helps maintain flakiness and structure.
  • The cornstarch not only adds slight thickness but also helps prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • This galette is best enjoyed the same day but can be refrigerated and gently reheated.

Keywords: peach galette, rustic tart, puff pastry dessert, summer dessert, baked fruit tart, easy peach dessert

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