Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette
A rustic half-baked galette featuring tender apple slices and warm cinnamon, perfect for a cozy dessert. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 70 minutes, layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, granulated sugar 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 250 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, cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1 large, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced apple
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1, beaten (for egg wash) egg
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Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 2 tbsp granulated sugar. Cut in 6 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter using a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 3 tbsp cold water gradually and mix gently until dough just comes together. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F. Roll chilled dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Step 4: In a bowl, toss 1 large thinly sliced peeled and cored apple with 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 5: Arrange apple slices in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold the border over the apples, pleating as needed.
- Step 6: Brush the dough edges with 1 beaten egg. Bake for 30 minutes until crust is golden and apples are tender.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (40 min prep + 30 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 Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette?
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 Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette?
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 Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette 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 Half-Baked Apple Cinnamon Galette?
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.
