How To Make Apple Galette
by Tracy Shaw
If you are looking for an apple dessert recipe that is sure to impress your friends and family, this Apple Galette is it. While this post is sponsored by JAZZ Apples, our love for healthy desserts and apples is our own.
Fall is here and that means cooler weather (yes, we even cool down a little here in Florida) and all things apple and baking! There is just something comforting about the smell of cinnamon and apples that makes me want to pull on a sweater and curl up on the couch with the kiddos and watch a movie.
So, in celebration of fall officially being here, I grabbed the kids, some JAZZ apples and we headed to the kitchen and made an Apple Galette.
What is an Apple Galette?
An apple galette is a thin, freeform apple tart made with pie crust and sliced apples.
Put another way, an apple galette is like a thin apple pie that really allows you to show-off those beautiful apples. A galette requires no pie pan, no fancy equipment and allows you to freeform the crust as well as the apples.
Apple Galette Key Ingredients
- Apples
- Cinnamon
- Brown Sugar
- Pie Crust
- Lemon juice
Can you freeze leftovers?
Yes, wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.
The longer answer – If you have leftover Apple Galette that you don’t plan to finish up in a few days, let it cool completely, and then wrap it in freezer wrap or foil and put it in a freezer bag. You can leave it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to enjoy it, simply allow it to thaw in the refrigerator overnight and warm it in the oven.
Can you use homemade pie crust?
You can definitely use homemade pie crust when making apple galette, but I will admit that it’s a lot easier to use a store bought one. And since most refrigerated pie crusts come with two in the box, you could always make two of these deliciously healthy apple desserts.
Why we love this Easy Apple Galette recipe
- It’s easy to make.
- You only need a few ingredients.
- It’s absolutely delicious.
- Apple Galette is beautiful.
I mean, do you need any more reasons to love this apple dessert than that?!
What you serve with Apple Galette
Whipped cream, ice cream, or yogurt pair nicely. It’s also delicious on its own.
Ice cream is always an excellent option on top of cinnamon and brown sugar baked apples. We love this PB Apple Pie Ice Cream.
More Apple Galette FAQs
Q: How long do you bake an apple galette?
A: Bake the galette at 400F for about 40 minutes until crust is golden brown.
Q: What ingredients do you need to make apple galette?
A: Pie crust, apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice.
Q: What type of apples work best for apple galette?
A: JAZZ, Envy, Granny Smith, or Honeycrisp apples work well.
Q: How do you arrange the apples on an apple galette?
A: Arrange apple slices in a circular pattern on the pie dough.
Q: Is apple galette difficult to make?
A: No, apple galette is simple to make with just a few ingredients.
Alright, let’s get baking shall we? Here’s how to make the best apple tart.
Easy Apple Galette
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 11-inch pie crust, at room temperature
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 JAZZ apples cored and thinly sliced
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- 1 egg white
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. *If you don’t have parchment paper just make sure you spray your baking sheet
- In a medium bowl, combine sliced apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Gently stir to coat apples.
- Arrange apple slices on top of dough, try making a circle pattern. Leave a 1 in – 1.5 in border around the edge.
- Fold the edges towards the center. Repeat until all edges are folded towards the apple slices.
- Whisk egg white in a small bowl; brush over the crust edges.
- Bake for approximately 40 minutes so the edges are golden brown and the apples are soft.
- Serve with whipped topping or this PB Apple Pie Ice Cream.
