Easy Strawberry Galette Recipe
Strawberry season calls for a stunning dessert that highlights this ruby red gem, and my Strawberry Galette recipe does just that. An effortless yet impressive dish, it combines a crumbly, golden pastry with a sweet, juicy strawberry filling, all baked to perfection. It’s my go-to for a simple, yet sophisticated dessert, that will have your guests swooning. I turned this galette recipe into 2 medium sized galettes, but you can also make 6 individual galettes from it. You can roll the dough out and make one or two large galettes that you can slice up like a pie, or even make them miniature and bite-sized, super versatile! This recipe really is great for any in-season fruits you have in abundance and need to use up.
All-purpose flour creates the base structure of our pastry. You can experiment with different flours, but all-purpose ensures the right texture every time. Cornmeal provides a beautiful crunch and color. You could substitute it with semolina or just use more all-purpose flour. Salt and sugar balance each other to enhance the overall flavor. Butter gives the crust its rich flavor and flaky texture. It needs to be very cold and unsalted. Ice water is the secret to a flaky crust. It should be really cold! Strawberries are the stars of our show! Any fresh, ripe berry would work here. Lemon juice brightens up the berries’ flavor. It’s best if it’s freshly squeezed. Sugar brings out the sweetness in our strawberries. Adjust the amount based on how sweet your berries are. Cornstarch is our thickening agent. It prevents the galette from becoming too juicy and wet. An egg for egg wash gives the crust its beautiful golden color. You could use milk if you prefer.
Let’s get down to the fun part! Baking this galette feels less like following a set of instructions, and more like creating a masterpiece. Each step is straightforward and exciting, making this recipe an absolute joy to bring to life. This step is like playing with sand at the beach. You’ll cut the cold butter into the flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt until the mixture feels like coarse sand. Add water, and you’ll see it transform into a smooth dough that’s ready for chilling. While your dough takes a cool break in the fridge, you’ll have time to prep your strawberry filling. The longer the dough chills, the flakier the crust, so don’t rush this step. Mixing the strawberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch is like making a sweet summer potion. The sugar will draw out the juices from the strawberries, and the cornstarch will help thicken it into a luscious filling. This step feels like art. You’ll roll out the dough, pile on the strawberries, and gently fold the edges over. Brush the crust with an egg wash for that beautiful golden finish. The oven works its magic and transforms your assembled galette into a golden, bubbling dessert. The smell filling your kitchen will be divine.
Use Different Fruit Fillings
Galettes are like the easiest tart you’ve ever made. A simple homemade pie crust, fill with fresh ingredients, and bake to golden perfection. While I’ve made a sweet version today, you can make galettes savory as well. Here are some of my creations over the years:
Mini Blueberry Galettes Plum Galette Zucchini and Ricotta Galette Rustic Fig Galette
Serving Suggestions
This Strawberry Galette is delightful on its own, but for added decadence, serve it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. A sprig of mint also adds a lovely pop of color and freshness.
Storage
Store your galette, loosely covered with foil or plastic wrap, at room temperature for 2 days. You can also keep it in the fridge up to 5 days. If you choose to heat it up, it’s best to reheat it in the oven at 300F for 5-10 minutes until warm. While you can use the microwave, keep in mind this method will soften the crust.
Freezing/Make Ahead
You can freeze your galette baked or unbaked. Whichever method you choose, make sure to wrap it well with both plastic wrap and foil to avoid freezer burn. If you you freeze it unbaked, let it thaw loosely covered overnight in the fridge before baking. If you freeze it baked, let it thaw fully at room temperature, uncovered, before slicing.
Time To Dig In
You’ve reached the finish line and now have a stunning Strawberry Galette ready to impress. Be sure to let me know how your galette turns out in the comments below!
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