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Perfect Cherry Almond Galette

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An easy homemade flaky butter crust galette filled with juicy cherries and almond flavor, perfect for a quick and delicious dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/4 cups (280g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 5–7 tbsp ice water
  • 3 cups (450g) fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
  • 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) almond flour
  • 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp slivered almonds
  • 1 egg (beaten with 1 tbsp water) for egg wash
  • 1 tbsp coarse sugar (optional, for sprinkling)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and cut into flour using a pastry cutter or forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  2. Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough starts to come together but is not sticky.
  3. Turn dough onto a floured surface, shape into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in fridge for at least 1 hour.
  4. While dough chills, combine cherries, sugar, almond flour, almond extract, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a bowl. Toss gently to coat and set aside.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll chilled dough on floured surface into a 12-inch circle about 1/8-inch thick.
  6. Transfer dough to parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread cherry almond filling in center, leaving a 2-inch border.
  7. Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating to create rustic edge.
  8. Brush dough edges with egg wash. Sprinkle slivered almonds and coarse sugar over filling and crust edges.
  9. Bake for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling. Check after 35 minutes to avoid burning.
  10. Cool galette on wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Keep butter cold to ensure flaky crust. Chill dough for at least 1 hour before rolling. Use thawed and drained frozen cherries to avoid soggy crust. Toast slivered almonds before sprinkling for extra crunch and flavor. If dough cracks when folding, pinch back together for rustic charm. Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated or frozen.

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