Mechelen Apple-Cardamom Galette
A spiced fruit tart with flaky pastry, perfect for autumn in the Flemish countryside. This belgian-inspired quick meals ready in about 60 minutes pairs medium, cored and sliced apples, ground cardamom, cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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 pre-made store-bought or homemade pastry dough
- 4 medium, cored and sliced apples
- 1 tsp, ground cardamom
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp, melted butter
- 1, beaten egg
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Roll out pastry dough on a floured surface and cut into a 12-inch circle.
- Step 2: In a bowl, toss apple slices with cardamom, cinnamon, brown sugar, and melted butter. Spread evenly over the pastry.
- Step 3: Fold the edges of the pastry up to form a crust, then brush with egg wash. Sprinkle flour over the top for a crisp texture.
- Step 4: Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and the apples are tender. Let cool slightly before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Mechelen Apple-Cardamom Galette take to make?
Total time is about 60 minutes (25 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Mechelen Apple-Cardamom Galette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ground cardamom from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Mechelen Apple-Cardamom 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 Mechelen Apple-Cardamom 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 Mechelen Apple-Cardamom Galette?
Belgian quick meals 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.
What others are saying
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Added some red pepper flakes for heat — highly recommend.
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Best recipe I've made this month.
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My whole family loved this.
