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Perfect Apricot Galette Recipe with Honey Thyme and Vanilla Ice Cream

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A rustic and sweet apricot galette infused with honey thyme, served warm with vanilla ice cream for a perfect balance of flaky crust and juicy, fragrant filling.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons (115g) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice-cold water
  • 5–6 ripe apricots, halved and sliced (about 2 cups/300g)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tablespoon water (egg wash)
  • Coarse sugar for sprinkling (optional)
  • Vanilla ice cream, to serve

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add chilled, cubed butter and work into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized chunks.
  2. Drizzle in 3 tablespoons ice-cold water, mixing gently with a fork. Add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until dough holds together when squeezed. Avoid overworking.
  3. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine sliced apricots, honey, chopped thyme, sugar (if using), cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Toss gently to coat.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, roll chilled dough into a roughly 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick.
  6. Transfer dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Pile apricot mixture in the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges over filling, pleating as needed.
  7. Brush dough edges with egg wash. Sprinkle coarse sugar over crust if desired.
  8. Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 35-40 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling. Tent with foil if crust browns too fast.
  9. Let galette cool on a rack for 10-15 minutes. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

Keep butter and water ice-cold for a flaky crust. Avoid overmixing dough. Use cornstarch to thicken filling juices. Egg wash is essential for a golden crust. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 2 days. Frozen apricots can be used with reduced sugar. Alternatives to vanilla ice cream include crème fraîche or whipped cream.

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Keywords: apricot galette, honey thyme, vanilla ice cream, rustic dessert, fruit tart, easy dessert, summer dessert

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