“Love is a fruit in season at all times, and within reach of every hand.”-Mother Teresa.
I have a problem. I keep buying strawberries everywhere i see them as I want to make the most of it as long as they are in season. Now I have more lying around than I know what to do with!
I always wanted to try a galette and thought it was the best way to put yet another tin of particularly bright berries to good use. A galette is a kind of free form tart that is basically a tart or pie crust dough or even puff pastry rolled out and filled with sweetened fruit .The edges of the tart as just folded over at the edges so that most of the fruit is still uncovered and visible in all their glory. Its as uncomplicated a fruity dessert as can get , so customisable and needs little know-how . Check out the step-by step tutorial here.
And it makes a beautiful dessert plate without all the fuss that you normally would accept.
Easy strawberry galette
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 125 grams or 1 cup all purpose flour
- 85 grams or 6 tbsp unsalted butter cold
- pinch of salt omit if using salted butter
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- 2-3 tbsp ice cold water
For the Filling
- 1 1/2 cups strawberries or around 6-8 large strawberries
- 1 tsp cornflour
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp vanilla optional
Also
- Beaten egg or 2-3 tbsp milk for wash
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
Instructions
To make the dough
- Measure out the flour , salt and sugar in a large mixing bowl . Add the cold butter , cut into 1 cm chunks. You can make this dough in the food processor as well.
- With a knife , pastry cutter or your hands , cut the butter into the flour. The texture should be like coarse breadcrumbs. Don't worry if there are biggish pieces of butter, it ll just make the pastry flakier when it bakes.
- Add 2 tbsp of cold water and bring the dough together. Add more water if needed. Just mix until the dough comes together. Don't knead.Wrap in cling wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.As the dough rests , preheat oven to 200 C/ 400 F.
To make the filling
- Slice the strawberries into 1/4 cm thick slices.
- Add the sugar, corn flour ,and vanilla. Mix well.
- On a piece of parchment , sprinkle some flour , roll out the dough to a circle around 9 to 10 inches in size and 1/4 inch thick.
- Add the filling in the centre , keeping it atleast 2 inches away from the edge of the dough.
- Fold the edges over , pleating if you wish . Make sure the fruit in centre is still exposed.
- Transfer the parchment to your baking sheet . Brush egg or milk over the dough. Sprinkle some sugar over the dough and fruit. Bake for 35 -45 mins at 200 C / 400 F until pastry is golden brown. Cool or serve warm.
Notes
Substitute any fruit of your choice like raspberries , blueberries , apples , peaches etc.
Adjust the sugar in the filling as per the sweetness in the fruit you are using .
This is best served the same day.
If storing, Store covered in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Get to room temperature or warm before serving.
I use a 240 ml cup
I was just looking for this. I have a box of strawberries sitting pretty in my fridge and everytime I open the fridge I wonder what can I use them in before they lose flavour and colour. Thanks for the easy, rustic galette. Will try it out and let you know how it turns out. 🙂
Hey Sonal.. this option is quite different from all the cakes and ice creams we usually have as dessert. I think you will find it a welcome change to celebrate the fresh fruit.. i will look forward to your trial with it… happy baking !
Hello… can I use mango for this recipe?
Hi Samantha.. yes , u can !! Since mangoes are sweeter , you can reduce the amount of sugar. Happy baking !
Thank you so much Radhika !!! Appreciate the appreciation greatly !!!! 🙂
Lovely blog! Interesting recipes!
Sinsations by Radhika
Thank you so much Radhika !!! Appreciate the appreciation greatly !!!! 🙂
Lovely blog! Interesting recipes!
Sinsations by Radhika