Cherry Galette Recipe
This cherry galette is a rustic and delicious dessert featuring a flaky, buttery crust wrapped around a sweet and juicy cherry filling. It's easy to make, with no special skills required—just roll, fill, and bake! Perfect for showcasing fresh or frozen cherries, this galette is a simple yet impressive treat for any occasion!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 9- 12 inch pie pan or cast iron skillet.
Ingredients
For the Pie Crust
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 4-5 tbsp ice water
For the Pie/Galette Filling
- 1 quart fresh whole cherries, pitted
- 1 quart cherry pie filling
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
For the Pie Crust
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, mix until the butter is incorporated and resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add Ice Water: Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. It should be slightly crumbly but hold when pressed.
- Chill Dough: Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Roll & Use: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a 12-inch circle, then transfer it to your baking sheet to assemble your galette.
For the Pie/Galette Filling
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, mix the pitted fresh cherries with the cherry pie filling.
- Roll Out Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crust into a 14-inch circle, enough for overlapping the galette. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
- Assemble Galette: Spoon the cherry filling onto the center of the crust, leaving about a 2-inch border around the edges.
- Fold Edges: Gently fold the edges of the crust over the filling, pleating as you go to create a rustic look.
- Egg Wash & Sugar: Brush the crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle coarse sugar over the top for a golden, crunchy finish.
- Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling.
- Cool & Serve: Let the galette cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.