Pin it A rustic gently sweetened tart featuring juicy plums a hint of clover honey and a tender buttery crust&mdashperfect for a relaxing weekend treat.
This galette became my go-to dessert for weekend gatherings with family.
Ingredients
- For the Crust: 1 1/4 cups (160 g) all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup (30 g) almond flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, 1/2 cup (115 g) cold unsalted butter cubed, 1 large egg yolk, 3–4 tbsp ice water
- For the Filling: 5–6 ripe plums pitted and thinly sliced, 3 tbsp clover honey (plus extra for drizzling), 2 tbsp turbinado or demerara sugar, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon, pinch of salt
- For Assembly: 1 egg beaten (for egg wash), 1 tbsp turbinado sugar (for sprinkling), fresh clover blossoms or edible flowers optional
Instructions
- Prepare the crust:
- In a large bowl whisk together all-purpose flour almond flour sugar and salt Add cold butter and use a pastry cutter or fingertips to work into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs
- Mix egg yolk:
- In a small bowl whisk the egg yolk with 3 tbsp ice water Drizzle over the flour mixture and stir until the dough just comes together adding extra water as needed Shape into a disk wrap and chill for at least 30 minutes
- Preheat oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Prepare filling:
- In a bowl toss sliced plums with clover honey sugar cornstarch vanilla cinnamon and a pinch of salt
- Roll out dough:
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle Transfer to the prepared baking sheet
- Assemble galette:
- Arrange the plum mixture in the center of the dough leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border Gently fold the edges over the fruit pleating as you go
- Brush and sprinkle:
- Brush the crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar
- Bake:
- Bake for 35&ndash40 minutes or until the crust is golden and the fruit is bubbling
- Finish:
- Drizzle the warm galette with a little extra clover honey and scatter with fresh clover blossoms if using Cool briefly before slicing
Pin it This recipe always brings a smile to my family's faces at dessert time.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Pastry cutter (or forks/fingertips) Rolling pin Baking sheet Parchment paper Pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) Eggs Milk (butter) Tree nuts (almond flour) Always check labels for possible cross-contamination if allergies are a concern
Nutritional Information
Calories 295 Total Fat 14 g Carbohydrates 41 g Protein 4 g
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This galette is best enjoyed fresh with a drizzle of honey for that perfect final touch
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What type of flour is used for the crust?
A combination of all-purpose flour and almond flour is used to create a tender and flavorful crust.
- → Can other fruits substitute plums?
Yes, apricots or peaches can be used for a different but equally delicious flavor.
- → How is the crust kept tender and flaky?
Cold unsalted butter is cut into the flour mixture and chilled before rolling to ensure a flaky texture.
- → What sweetener complements the plums in the filling?
Clover honey adds a floral sweetness, balanced with turbinado sugar and a hint of cinnamon.
- → Is there a suggested garnish for serving?
Drizzling extra clover honey and scattering edible clover blossoms or flowers adds a beautiful finishing touch.