Indulge with a Juicy Cardamom Pear Galette Delight
Delight in the comforting flavors of a Cardamom Pear Galette, a simple yet impressive dessert for any occasion.
Equipment
- large mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Pastry cutter
- parchment-lined baking sheet
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 4 pieces firm pears (Bosc or Anjou) peeled and sliced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground cardamom
For the Dough
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter chilled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cold water
For the Finishing Touch
- 1 piece egg (beaten) for egg wash
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Cardamom Pear Galette
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cardamom, and salt. Whisk together.
- Add in the chilled butter, working it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and cold water. Mix gently until dough starts to come together.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Peel and slice the pears into even ¼ inch thick slices.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Arrange the pear slices in the center, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the pears, pleating as necessary.
- Brush the crust with the beaten egg wash.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until the crust is golden and pears are bubbly.
- Allow the galette to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are cold for a flaky crust, and choose firm pears to maintain texture during baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 33gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
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