How do you make a galette not soggy?

Don't skip the cornstarch in the recipe, to avoid a runny filling and soggy bottom . Drain the excess liquid from the peach mixture as you add them to the crust. Most importantly, be sure to cook the galette completely. The galette is fully baked when the crust is deep golden brown and the peaches are bubbling.

Is a galette dough the same as puff pastry?

A traditional galette uses pie crust (homemade or store-bought). To use a homemade pie crust just simply swap it out for the puff pastry in this recipe.

How do you roll galette dough?

Remove the dough from the plastic wrap and roll it out into a 12 by 12-inch circle . It's okay if the circle isn't perfectly round. In fact, my galette dough usually appears quite rustic and I like it that way. For a perfect circle, simply use a pizza cutter to cut off any uneven edges.

How do you keep your bottom from getting soggy when baking?

Before blind-baking, brush the base with beaten egg or egg white . This causes proteins to form a water resistant layer.

How do I stop my pastry from going soggy on the bottom?

A metal pie pan placed on a preheated surface will set the bottom crust quickest; once cooked, the liquids from the filling above won't soak in, and as a result: no soggy bottom . (Using metal is crucial: Glass or ceramic pans don't transfer heat as efficiently, so they can be accomplices to a sad, soggy bottom.)

What type of pastry dough is commonly used in galettes?

Galettes, a free-form French version of a pie, are traditionally made with a standard butter-laced pie dough . By all means, you're welcome to knock yourself out and roll out a homemade dough for your galette, but puff pastry makes your path to a flaky fruit tart-pie hybrid all the simpler.

What is the difference between pie crust and galette crust?

The difference is in the preparation: while a traditional pie crust is pressed into the bottom and sides of a pie plate and crimped along the edges in a decorative fashion, a galette crust is rolled out, topped with filling, and then folded over itself in a round shape and placed on a baking sheet.

Is puff pastry sheets the same as pie dough?

Pie crust, while buttery and flaky, is not nearly as light, doughy, and crisp as this shortcut puff pastry . Yeasted pastry dough, such as something we can use for croissants, croissant bread, or a pastry braid, contain yeast.

How do you know when a galette is done?

The galette should bake until the crust is a deep golden-brown and the fruit is bubbly and cooked . This usually takes about 30 minutes or so. Transfer the galette, parchment and all, to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.

How to fold the edges of a galette?

Fold edges Work your way around the circle, folding sections of dough inward . Overlap the sections as you go so filling won't leak out during cooking. Don't worry too much about perfection here. Part of the galette's charm is its imperfection.

How do you flip a galette?

Wait for the Edges to Curl: As the crêpe cooks, you'll see the edges start to curl up and away from the pan. This is a sign that the crêpe is ready to be flipped. Give it a Flick: Using your wrist, gently flick the pan up and away from you, allowing the crêpe to flip over in the air .

How to keep galette from leaking?

Baking at a higher temperature seals the crust : Yes, we are baking this strawberry galette at 400 degrees F, a hotter temperature than you might expect. This helps to seal the crust quickly so it keeps its shape and stays crispy. It's okay if your galette leaks a little bit: That is part of the charm.

Easy Cinnamon Vanilla Apple Galette Recipe (Gluten Free Option!) (2024)

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If you’re looking for a pie recipe that is easy to make and that’s as cozy as a cashmere sweater, then this rustic apple galette recipe is for you. The galette recipe is far easier than a double crust pie, and I’ll guide you through all the steps - don’t miss the step-by-step VIDEO below! Also, if you’re gluten free like me (or if you’re serving GF guests), you can make this apple galette gluten free, and nobody will have a clue.

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Easy apple galette recipe

There’s something about apple pie that makes me so happy. Maybe it’s because my mom made apple pie for Thanksgiving and Christmas every year, or maybe it's because it’s just freaking delicious, but apple pie has got to be one of the coziest, most joyful of desserts. This apple galette recipe has all the flavors and textures of a traditional pie, but it’s far easier to make (and even more beautiful!).

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Rustic apple galette

As I mentioned in this strawberry galette post, the beauty of galettes is that they’re supposed to look rustic. Instead of having to transfer pie dough to a dish, this galette gets rolled out and assembled right on a piece of parchment paper (no transferring needed!). Forget about fussy crimping, this dough is also simply folded over an easy apple filing.

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Gluten free apple galette

You can easily make a gluten free apple galette, and I promise nobody will even know! The galette is made with my perfect pie dough recipe, which can be made with regular all-purpose flour or Cup 4 Cup Gluten Free Flour (I've tested several different gluten-free flours, and Cup 4 Cup is by far the easiest to work with and has the best flavor).

Apple crostata filling

Another benefit of making a galette as opposed to a double crust pie is that you only need 3 apples for this recipe (meaning less peeling and slicing!). You can use any apple variety you like. In this recipe, the apples are flavored with cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla.

How do you make an apple galette from scratch?

Mix together thinly sliced apples, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla and a pinch of salt.

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Roll out the pie dough on a lightly floured piece parchment paper (aim for a 10- to 11-inch round). The parchment helps prevent the dough from sticking, and the galette gets baked right on the parchment.

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Pile the apples onto the dough, leaving a 1- to 2-inch border. Fold the edges of the dough up over the apples, patching up any tears as needed. Refrigerate the galette for 5-10 minutes (cold dough holds its shape better and results in a flakier crust).

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Brush the edges of the galette with egg wash and sprinkle them with turbinado sugar (that will give the crust a delicious crunch). Bake the galette at 375˚F for 50-60 minutes, or until the crust is browned and the apples are tender.

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When the galette comes out of the oven, brush the apples with warm apricot jam. This will give the galette a glistening appearance, like French patisserie!

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Can you make the galette ahead?

Yes! You can make the pie dough several months in advance and freeze it (meaning you can go ahead and get a jumpstart on your holiday baking now 🙌). The cooked galette can sit at room temperature for up to 1 day before serving.

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FAQ

What apples are best in a galette?

You can use any apples you like, but I prefer a sweet-tart variety, such as Pink Lady, Fuji, Honeycrisp and/or Granny Smith. You can use one variety, or, better yet, try a mix!

Do you need to peel the apples before baking?

I prefer to peel the apples, as the peels can sometimes be a bit tough or bitter (I use a vegetable peeler - see the video below). However, you can leave the peels on if you prefer.

What is the difference between a crostata and a galette?

A galette hails from France and a crostata comes from Italy, but both terms can refer to a free-form single crust pie. However, a crostata can also refer to an Italian tart with a shortbread crust and fruit jam filling.

Thanksgiving galette

This apple galette is a must-have on my Thanksgiving table, but I also make it all throughout fall and winter. It’s a gorgeous dessert that is sure to give you the warm and fuzzies.

Tips for making this recipe:

You'll need a half batch of this perfect pie crust for this galette (it's best to make the full batch and freeze the other half for another pie down the line). Take note that the pie crust dough needs to rest for 30 minutes before rolling out. Be sure to check out the video below to see how I roll it!
To make this galette gluten free, use Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour in the crust dough (I've tested several other gluten free flours, and Cup 4 Cup is by far easiest to work with and has the best flavor).
Vanilla paste is one of my favorite "superpower" ingredients, lending this galette (and all of my baked goods) a rich vanilla flavor at a fraction of the cost of fresh vanilla beans (plus, it lasts forever in the pantry!). That said, you can use vanilla extract or fresh vanilla bean seeds instead.
Brushing the apples with warm apricot jam after the galette comes out of the oven gives them a shiny appearance, like a French pastry. If your jam is chunky, strain it before using.
A rimless baking sheet is perfect for cooking galettes and cookies, although you can use a rimmed sheet if that's all you have.
For more tips, check out this Gluten Free Pie Recipes post.
Be sure to try my Strawberry Galette Recipe, this Savory Spinach Galette, Butternut Squash Galette, and this Broccoli Cheddar Quiche, which all use the same crust!

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Other gluten free desserts to try:

Creamy Crustless Pumpkin Pie Custards
Pumpkin Pound Cake with Bourbon Cream Cheese Glaze
Lightened Up Apple Crisp
Healthy Carrot Cake
Best Pear Crumble

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Easy Cinnamon Vanilla Apple Galette

Anybody can master this beautiful apple galette recipe! With a buttery, flaky crust and a cinnamon spiced apple filling it’s a stunning dessert for any occasion (and it can be made gluten free, but nobody will know!). You’ll need to start with a half batch of this foolproof pie crust recipe (see the Tips below). You can use any apple variety you like in this galette (I prefer a sweet-tart apple, such as Pink Lady, Fuji, Honeycrisp and/or Granny Smith - go for a mix!). Slice the apples ⅛- to ¼-inch thick (the thicker you slice them the more texture they'll have in the galette - it's a preference thing). The tips of some of the apples will brown as the galette cooks; if you feel as though they're getting too dark you can tent the center of the galette with a piece of foil. Brushing the apples with apricot jam after the galette comes out of the oven gives them a shiny appearance, like a French pastry. Be sure to check out my video above!

Cook Time50 minutes mins

Prep time (not including making the crust)30 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: apple galette recipe, gluten free apple galette, how to make apple galette

Servings: 1 9-inch galette

Author: Nicki Sizemore

Ingredients

Filling

3 apples (about 1 ¼ pounds), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
Pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla paste, vanilla extract or the seeds from ½ vanilla bean (cut the bean in half lengthwise then scrape out the seeds with the back of a knife)
1 teaspoon cornstarch

Assembly

Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour or regular all-purpose flour, for dusting
½ batch Easy Pie Crust (see the Tips below!)
1 egg
1 teaspoon water
2 teaspoons turbinado sugar
1 tablespoon cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1 ½ tablespoons apricot jam

For Serving

Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C). (If needed, take the pie dough out of the fridge to soften.)

Make the filling

In a large bowl, combine the apples and lemon juice and toss to coat. Add the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, salt, vanilla and cornstarch. Toss to combine.

Roll out the crust and form the galette

Sprinkle a large sheet of parchment paper lightly with flour. Roll out the dough on the parchment, lifting the dough and lightly flouring the parchment as needed to prevent sticking. You're aiming for a 10- to 11-inch round (it should be about ⅛-inch thick). If the dough cracks, just patch it up as needed. Brush off any excess flour from the parchment paper, then slide the sheet of parchment (with the dough) onto a baking sheet.
Pile the apple filling onto the center of the dough, then spread the apples in an even layer, leaving a 1- to 2-inch border. Fold the dough up over the apples, overlapping it and pinching it together (patch up any tears as needed). Refrigerate the galette for 5-10 minutes.
Beat the egg in a small bowl with the water. Brush the crust lightly with the egg wash (you won’t need it all), and sprinkle the crust with turbinado sugar. Dot the butter over the apples. If your kitchen is warm, pop the galette back into the fridge for a few minutes to chill (you want the dough to feel cool to the touch).

Bake

Bake the galette, rotating once, until the crust is a deep golden brown and the juices are bubbling, about 50-60 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
Heat the apricot jam in the microwave or on the stovetop until warm and runny (if needed, add a splash of water). Brush the jam over the warm apples. Let the galette cool.

Serve

Serve the galette warm or at room temperature with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, if you'd like (yes, please!).

Notes

Do Ahead: The galette can sit at room temperature for up to 1 day (if you prefer, warm it slightly in a 375˚F-400˚F oven for a few minutes before serving). Refrigerate any leftovers.

Tips:

You'll need a half batch of this easy pie crust for this galette (it's best to make the full batch and freeze the other half for another pie down the line). Take note that the pie crust dough needs to rest for 30 minutes before rolling out. Be sure to check out the video above to see how I roll it!
To make this galette gluten free, use Cup 4 Cup gluten free flour in the crust dough (I've tested several other gluten free flours, and Cup 4 Cup is by far easiest to work with and has the best flavor).
Vanilla paste is one of my favorite "superpower" ingredients, lending this galette (and all of my baked goods!) a rich vanilla flavor at a fraction of the cost of fresh vanilla beans (plus, it lasts forever in the pantry!). That said, you can use vanilla extract or fresh vanilla bean seeds instead.
If your apricot jam is chunky, strain it before brushing it over the apples.
A rimless baking sheet is perfect for cooking galettes and cookies, although you can use a rimmed sheet if that's all you have.
Be sure to try my Strawberry Galette Recipe and my Savory Spinach Galette!