Description
Rustic mini mixed berry galettes dance with sweet-tart flavors, showcasing seasonal berries nestled in flaky, golden pastry. Homemade comfort meets elegant simplicity, inviting you to savor each delightful, free-form pastry bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold butter
- 1/4 cup ice water
Berries:
- 2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Finishing Ingredients:
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Craft the pastry dough by blending flour and salt, then cutting cold butter into small cubes and incorporating until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, mixing until dough forms a cohesive ball, then wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour to ensure optimal texture.
- Prepare berry filling by gently combining mixed berries with granulated sugar and lemon juice, allowing the fruits to macerate and release natural juices.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick baking.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to approximately 1/8-inch thickness, cutting into 4-5 circular sections for individual galettes.
- Transfer dough circles onto prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each galette.
- Spoon berry mixture into the center of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Carefully fold pastry edges over the berries, creating rustic pleats that partially cover the filling.
- Whisk egg and brush pastry edges with egg wash for a golden, glossy finish.
- Sprinkle coarse sugar over the egg-washed edges to create a sparkling, crunchy exterior.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until pastry turns golden brown and berry filling bubbles slightly.
- Remove from oven and allow galettes to cool for 10 minutes before serving to let filling set.
Notes
- Butter Temperature Matters: Keep butter extremely cold and work quickly to maintain flaky, tender pastry texture that melts in your mouth.
- Berry Flexibility: Swap mixed berries with seasonal fruits like peaches, apricots, or plums for versatile galette variations that showcase fresh produce.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Prepare pastry dough and filling up to 2 days in advance, storing separately in refrigerator to streamline last-minute baking process.
- Gluten-Free Option: Replace wheat flour with almond or gluten-free blend for individuals with dietary restrictions, ensuring everyone can enjoy this delightful dessert.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg