Warm Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar
Get ready to indulge your taste buds with this delicious Warm Apple Galette with Cinnamon Sugar! 🍎✨ Perfect for cozy nights in, this dessert is sure to become a favorite among your family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of store-bought puff pastry, thawed
- 2-3 apples, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Instructions:
- 1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- 2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- 3. In a bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- 4. Arrange the apple slices in the center of the pastry, leaving a border around the edge. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the apples.
- 5. Fold the edges of the pastry over the apples, creating a rustic and free-form shape.
- 6. Brush the edges of the pastry with melted butter.
- 7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.
- 8. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.
Popular questions:
- Q: Can I use homemade pastry dough instead of store-bought?
- Q: Can I add other fruits to the galette?
- Q: Can I use brown sugar instead of white sugar?
A: Yes, you can definitely use homemade pastry dough if you prefer.
A: Feel free to experiment with different fruits like pears or berries for a unique twist.
A: Yes, brown sugar can add a richer flavor to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Helpful tips:
- Enhance the flavor by adding a sprinkle of nutmeg or cloves to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- For a sweeter galette, drizzle honey over the apples before folding the pastry.
- Experiment with different apple varieties for varying levels of sweetness and tartness.
Expert Secrets:
- Preventing soggy bottoms: Sprinkle a thin layer of breadcrumbs or ground almonds on the pastry before adding the apples to absorb excess moisture.
- Achieving a crispy crust: Brushing the pastry with an egg wash before baking can help create a golden, crispy finish.
- Perfecting apple slices: Use a mandoline slicer for evenly thin apple slices to ensure even cooking.