Mini Apple Galettes
Mini Apple Galettes are a charming dessert that captures the essence of fall in each flaky, buttery bite. These rustic pastries are filled with tender, spiced apples and offer a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, they fill your home with the warm aroma of baked apples and cinnamon, inviting everyone to indulge.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately six mini galettes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 cups fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water until the dough forms.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in another bowl.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface into circles about 6 inches wide.
- Place apple filling in the center of each circle and fold edges over to create a border.
- Bake on parchment-lined sheets for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 galette (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating different fruits like pears or peaches. Drizzle with honey before baking for extra sweetness. Use cold butter for an extra flaky crust.