Rustic Apple Galette (Easy French Apple Tart)

This rustic apple galette is a simple yet stunning dessert. A buttery, flaky crust wraps around tender spiced apples, baked until golden brown and caramelized. It’s easier than pie but just as delicious—perfect for holidays, gatherings, or a cozy weekend treat.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 40

Total Time 1

Servings: 8 people

Course: Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine: European, French

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Dough

160 g all-purpose flour
1 tbsp sugar
100 g unsalted butter cold, cubed
Pinch of salt
1 tbsp vanilla
1 egg

Filling

4 large apples peeled and sliced
⅓ cup brown sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tbsp flour
3 tbsp water
2 tbsp butter

For Brushing

1 egg yolk
Brown sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

Mixing bowls
Rolling pin
Skillet or saucepan (for apples)
Baking sheet with parchment paper
Pastry brush

Method

Prepare the dough: Mix all dough ingredients until a smooth dough forms. If it’s too sticky, add a little more flour. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate while you make the filling.
Cook the filling: Melt butter in a pan. In a bowl, mix apples with flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and water. Add apple mixture to the pan and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Remove the lid and let cool.
Assemble the galette: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Roll out dough into a circle. Place apples in the center, leaving edges uncovered. Fold the edges of the dough over the apples.
Finish: Brush edges with egg yolk and sprinkle with brown sugar.
Bake: Bake for ~40 minutes, until crust is golden brown. Optionally brush apples with any leftover pan juices.
Serve: Let cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

For extra shine, brush the apples with warmed apricot jam after baking.
Mix apple varieties (like Granny Smith + Honeycrisp) for more flavor.
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for a perfect pairing.
Dough can be made 1 day ahead and chilled.

Rustic Apple Galette