Description
Sweet summer flavors dance deliciously in this rustic Peach Galette, showcasing ripe fruit nestled in a buttery, flaky crust. Golden edges and juicy peaches promise a simple yet elegant dessert that will enchant guests with pure seasonal charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (2 sticks) cold butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup ice water
Seasoning and Sweeteners:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Turbinado sugar, for topping
Egg Wash:
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Blend dry ingredients in a food processor, creating a uniform base for the pastry dough.
- Incorporate chilled butter into the mixture, processing until it transforms into a grainy, pebble-like texture.
- Introduce ice water gradually, pulsing until the ingredients cohesively bind into a soft dough.
- Gently transfer the dough onto a clean surface, kneading briefly to achieve a smooth, uniform consistency.
- Flatten the dough into a compact disc approximately half an inch thick, then securely wrap in plastic film.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator, allowing the ingredients to rest and solidify for 1-2 hours, which enhances the pastry’s flakiness.
- Remove the chilled dough and let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to roll.
- Roll the dough into a free-form circular shape on a lightly floured surface, creating a rustic foundation for the galette.
- Arrange sliced peaches in the center of the rolled dough, leaving a border around the edges for folding.
- Carefully fold the exposed dough edges over the peaches, creating a casual, rustic border.
- Brush the exposed pastry with egg wash to promote a golden, glossy finish during baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven until the crust turns a rich, golden brown and the peaches become tender and slightly caramelized.
Notes
- Choose ripe but firm peaches for the best texture and flavor in your galette.
- Chill the dough thoroughly to ensure a flaky, tender crust that doesn’t shrink during baking.
- Slice peaches thinly and evenly to promote uniform cooking and a beautiful presentation.
- Sprinkle a bit of cornstarch over the peaches to absorb excess juice and prevent a soggy bottom crust.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg