Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar
A free-form flaky pastry galette filled with tender cinnamon-spiced apples and a crunchy sugar topping. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 85 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 310 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
- 8 tbsp unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3-4 tbsp ice water
- 3 medium large apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp turbinado sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Add 8 tbsp cold unsalted butter cubes and use a pastry cutter or fingers to work butter into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
- Step 2: Gradually add 3-4 tbsp ice water, stirring with a fork, until dough begins to clump together. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Step 3: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a medium bowl, toss 3 medium peeled and thinly sliced apples with 1/3 cup light brown sugar, 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1 tbsp lemon juice until evenly coated.
- Step 4: On a floured surface, roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Arrange apple slices in the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as needed.
- Step 5: Brush the dough edges with 1 beaten egg and sprinkle entire galette with 2 tbsp turbinado sugar for crunch. Bake for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden and apples are tender. Cool slightly before slicing.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar take to make?
Total time is about 85 minutes (40 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 Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar?
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 Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar?
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 Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar 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 Rustic Baked Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar?
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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