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Strawberry Galette

Fresh strawberries, homemade flaky, buttery crust; this is simple baking at its finest. This galette is so gorgeous in its rustic form with fresh fruit filling and this pastry is easier than pie to make.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter chilled and cubed
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 cup ice cold water
  • 2 cup fresh strawberries
  • 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp brown sugar divided
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp heavy cream

Instructions
 

  • In the large bowl, add flour, salt, and butter. Mix until pea-sized pieces form.
  • Then slowly add 1 tbsp of water at a time and knead it all together briefly, until the mixture forms dough. .
  • Roll the dough into a small ball, flatten it into a thick, disc-like shape and wrap in some cling film. Place in the fridge for an hour.
  • Roll the dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle. Trim the edges into an even shape and cut around it. Transfer the dough into a baking tray.
  • Heat oven to 375 F. Line baking sheet with baking parchment.
  • In a bowl, combine sliced strawberries, 1/3 cup brown sugar, flour, lemon juice and salt.
  • Place chilled dough round on parchment lined baking sheet. Place cherry filling onto center of dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edge. Fold edge up and over filling, overlapping and creating pleats all the way around. Brush dough with cream wash. Sprinkle top of galette (especially the crust) with 1 tablespoon of brown sugar.
  • Bake at 375F about 40-50 minutes until crust is golden brown and done on bottom. Transfer to wire rack and cool slightly before slicing.
Keyword Galette, Strawberry Galette