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Pear and Honey Galette

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time20 minsCook Time40 minsTotal Time1 hr

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.

Pear and Honey Galette

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.

Nutrition Facts

6 servings

Serving size