Small Apricot Galettes
Galettes originated in France and are a popular pastry made with a simple, rustic dough and filled with various fruits, such as apricots. They are often enjoyed during the summer months when fruits are abundant.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Ingredients
- 12 ounce Apricots
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup Unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoon Cold water
- 1 Egg (for egg wash)
- tablespoon Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Cut the butter into small pieces and add it to the flour mixture. Use your fingers or a pastry cutter to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- Cut the dough into circles or squares, approximately 4-5 inches in diameter.
- Place an apricot in the center of each dough piece and fold the edges over, leaving the center of the apricot exposed.
- Transfer the galettes to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Beat the egg and brush it over the galettes for a golden finish.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until the galettes are golden brown.
- Allow the galettes to cool for a few minutes before dusting them with powdered sugar.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 280kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 16g25%
- Total Carbohydrate 32g11%
- Sugars 14g
- Protein 3g6%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.