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Perfect Fresh Cherry Galette Recipe with Almond Frangipane and Honey Glaze

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A rustic cherry galette featuring a flaky crust, almond frangipane filling, and a warm honey glaze. This easy homemade dessert combines tart cherries with sweet almond flavors for a comforting yet elegant treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1/2 cup (50g) almond flour, finely ground
  • 1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup (65g) granulated sugar (for frangipane)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) all-purpose flour (for frangipane)
  • 3 cups (about 450g) fresh sweet cherries, pitted
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for cherry filling)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons honey, warmed
  • 2 tablespoons toasted almond slices (optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the crust: In a large bowl or food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and pulse or cut in until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  2. Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing just until dough holds together. Do not overwork. Form dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the frangipane: In a medium bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy (about 2 minutes). Beat in egg and almond extract until smooth.
  4. Fold in almond flour and flour until just combined. Set aside.
  5. Prep the cherries: Pit cherries and place in a bowl. Stir in sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Toss gently to coat and let sit while rolling out dough.
  6. Roll out dough: Lightly flour surface and roll chilled dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Assemble galette: Spread almond frangipane evenly over dough, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border. Spoon cherry mixture on top, spreading to cover but not piling too high.
  8. Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating as you go.
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake galette for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden and cherries are bubbling. Tent edges with foil if browning too quickly.
  10. Glaze and garnish: Immediately brush honey glaze over cherries and crust. Sprinkle toasted almond slices on top if desired. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Keep butter and water ice cold to ensure a flaky crust. Do not overwork the dough to avoid toughness. Chill dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling. Apply honey glaze warm for best shine. If cherries are very juicy, add extra cornstarch to prevent soggy crust. Use frozen cherries thawed and drained if fresh are unavailable. For gluten-free, substitute gluten-free flour and add more ice water. For dairy-free, use vegan butter and flax egg in frangipane.

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Keywords: cherry galette, almond frangipane, honey glaze, fresh cherries, rustic dessert, easy galette, homemade dessert

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