Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze
Rustic free-form apple galette bursting with cinnamon and nutmeg, finished with a glossy brown sugar glaze for a warm autumnal dessert. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 60 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
- 3 medium apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Step 1: In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 3-4 tbsp ice water, pulsing until dough just comes together. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 peeled and thinly sliced medium apples with 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 3: On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the apple mixture in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Step 4: Fold the dough edges over the apples, pleating as needed to form a rustic edge. Brush the crust with 1 beaten egg.
- Step 5: Bake for 35-40 minutes until crust is golden brown and apples are tender.
- Step 6: While warm, whisk 2 tbsp powdered sugar with 1 tbsp milk to make a glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the galette before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Brown Sugar Glaze?
French desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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