CategoryDesserts
A Pear and Honey Galette is a rustic French-inspired dessert featuring a golden, flaky crust filled with thinly sliced sweet pears, drizzled with honey, and topped with slivered almonds. This free-form tart is simple yet elegant, with a natural sweetness from ripe pears and a hint of warm spices. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a special brunch treat.
For the Galette Crust
1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
1 tbsp granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
3 tbsp ice water
1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for extra flakiness)
For the Pear Filling
2 large ripe pears (thinly sliced)
2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken juices)
¼ cup slivered almonds (for topping)
For Finishing
1 egg yolk + 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
1 tbsp coarse sugar (for a golden crust)
Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Make the Crust
1
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in Butter:
- Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter (or your hands) to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Ice Water:
- Drizzle in ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Chill the Dough:
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Pear Filling
2
- Slice the Pears:
- Thinly slice 2 pears and place in a bowl.
- Add Flavorings:
- Toss pears with honey, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
- Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
Assemble the Galette
3
- Roll Out the Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Arrange the Pears:
- Layer the pears in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold the Edges:
- Gently fold the dough edges over the pears, pleating slightly.
- Brush and Sprinkle:
- Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake the Galette
4
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake Until Golden:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden and pears are tender.
- Drizzle with Honey:
- Once out of the oven, drizzle with extra honey.
Serve and Garnish
5
- Cool Slightly:
- Let the galette rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar for elegance.
- Pair With:
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pro Tips
6
- For Extra Flavor: Add orange zest to the filling for a citrusy twist.
- Make Ahead: Dough can be made 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.
Ingredients
For the Galette Crust
1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
1 tbsp granulated sugar
¼ tsp salt
½ cup (115g) unsalted butter (cold, cut into cubes)
3 tbsp ice water
1 tsp apple cider vinegar (optional, for extra flakiness)
For the Pear Filling
2 large ripe pears (thinly sliced)
2 tbsp honey (plus extra for drizzling)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
1 tbsp cornstarch (to thicken juices)
¼ cup slivered almonds (for topping)
For Finishing
1 egg yolk + 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
1 tbsp coarse sugar (for a golden crust)
Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Directions
Make the Crust
1
- Mix Dry Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut in Butter:
- Add cold butter cubes and use a pastry cutter (or your hands) to mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Ice Water:
- Drizzle in ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together.
- Chill the Dough:
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Prepare the Pear Filling
2
- Slice the Pears:
- Thinly slice 2 pears and place in a bowl.
- Add Flavorings:
- Toss pears with honey, lemon juice, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
- Let sit for 10 minutes to release juices.
Assemble the Galette
3
- Roll Out the Dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Arrange the Pears:
- Layer the pears in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold the Edges:
- Gently fold the dough edges over the pears, pleating slightly.
- Brush and Sprinkle:
- Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake the Galette
4
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake Until Golden:
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden and pears are tender.
- Drizzle with Honey:
- Once out of the oven, drizzle with extra honey.
Serve and Garnish
5
- Cool Slightly:
- Let the galette rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Dust with Powdered Sugar:
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar for elegance.
- Pair With:
- Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Pro Tips
6
- For Extra Flavor: Add orange zest to the filling for a citrusy twist.
- Make Ahead: Dough can be made 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- Gluten-Free Option: Substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour blend.
Notes
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