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Easy Apple Galette Recipe

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 store-bought pie crust (or a 9–10 inch round of homemade pie dough)
  • 3–4 medium apples (about 1.5 pounds; Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith work well)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (plus 1 teaspoon for sprinkling)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional but nice)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (or 2 teaspoons flour)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
  • 1 egg, beaten with 1 teaspoon water (for egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling on the crust (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven: Set to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Prep the apples: Peel (optional), core, and thinly slice the apples. Aim for 1/8–1/4-inch slices so they cook evenly.
  • Mix the filling: In a bowl, toss apples with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, vanilla, and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Roll the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pie crust to about 12 inches wide. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
  • Assemble: Arrange apples in the center, leaving a 2-inch border. You can fan them neatly or pile them rustically. Dot the apples with the butter pieces.
  • Fold the edges: Gently fold the dough over the apples, pleating as you go. Leave the center exposed.
  • Finish the crust: Brush the dough with egg wash. Sprinkle the crust with coarse sugar and the exposed apples with the remaining 1 teaspoon granulated sugar.
  • Bake: Bake for 30–40 minutes, until the crust is deep golden and the apples are tender and bubbling.
  • Cool slightly: Let the galette rest for 10–15 minutes so the juices set. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Optional serving: Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream.