Description
Sweet summer dreams come alive in this rustic nectarine galette, where golden pastry cradles juicy fruit in a delightful French-inspired embrace. Flaky crust and caramelized nectarine slices invite you to savor a slice of seasonal perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry Dough:
- 1 1/4 cups (156 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp (12 g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (113 g) cold unsalted butter
- 3–4 tbsp (45–60 ml) ice water
Fruit Filling:
- 4 medium nectarines
- 3 tbsp (36 g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp (8 g) cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Finishing Touches:
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk or cream
- 1 tbsp (12 g) raw sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl, creating a foundation for the delicate pastry.
- Dice cold butter into small cubes and integrate into the dry ingredients, using fingertips to break down until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually introduce ice water, stirring gently until dough comes together without overworking.
- Shape dough into a flat disc, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour to allow gluten to relax and butter to firm.
- Slice nectarines into thin, uniform wedges, ensuring even cooking and elegant presentation.
- Toss nectarine slices with sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and lemon juice, allowing fruit to macerate and develop rich flavors.
- Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circular shape, maintaining even thickness throughout.
- Transfer rolled dough to prepared baking sheet, carefully arranging nectarine slices in a decorative spiral, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold exposed dough edges over fruit, creating rustic pleats that hold filling securely.
- Whisk egg with milk, then brush pastry edges for golden, glossy finish.
- Sprinkle raw sugar over galette for added crunch and caramelization.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until crust turns golden brown and fruit bubbles enticingly.
- Allow galette to cool for 15 minutes, helping filling set and flavors meld.
Notes
- Customize the galette by substituting nectarines with seasonal fruits like peaches, plums, or mixed berries for year-round enjoyment.
- Keep butter extremely cold to achieve a flakier, more tender pastry crust that practically melts in your mouth.
- Prevent soggy bottoms by sprinkling a thin layer of ground almonds or breadcrumbs on the dough before adding fruit, which absorbs excess moisture.
- Make the galette gluten-free by replacing wheat flour with a blend of almond and oat flour for a nutty, nutritious alternative that doesn’t compromise texture.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg