Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Honey Glaze
Rustic free-form tart featuring tender apples spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, wrapped in flaky pastry and finished with a glossy honey glaze. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 90 minutes layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cold and cubed, ice water 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 6, 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
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 tbsp ice water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 medium large apples, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: To make the pastry, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter, and 2 tbsp granulated sugar in a food processor until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add 3 tbsp ice water and pulse until dough begins to clump together. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F. On a floured surface, roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 3: In a bowl, toss 3 thinly sliced medium apples with 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated. Arrange apple slices in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Step 4: Fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as needed to create a rustic edge. Whisk 1 egg yolk with 1 tsp water and brush the dough edges for a golden finish.
- Step 5: Bake galette for 40-45 minutes until the crust is golden and apples are tender. Remove from oven and immediately brush 2 tbsp honey over the warm apples for a glossy glaze. Cool slightly before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Spiced Apple Galette with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 90 minutes (45 min prep + 45 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 Honey 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 Honey 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 Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Honey 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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