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Spiced Pear Galette

A delightful dessert featuring spiced pears encased in a flaky, buttery crust, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the pear filling
  • 2-3 pieces ripe pears, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon sugar (plus extra for sprinkling)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 premade shortcrust pastry premade shortcrust pastry
  • 1 piece egg, beaten (for brushing)
  • 1 pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine sliced pears with cinnamon, nutmeg, sugar, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently and let sit for about 10 minutes.
  3. On a floured surface, roll out the premade shortcrust pastry into a rough circle about 12 inches in diameter.
  4. Place the rolled dough on the prepared parchment paper, pile the spiced pear mixture in the center, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges. Fold the edges of the dough over the pears, pleating and pinching to secure.
Baking
  1. Brush the exposed dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle a little sugar over the entire pastry.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the pears are softened.
Cooling
  1. Allow the galette to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

For substitutions, apples or peaches can be used instead of pears. Avoid overworking the dough for a flakier crust. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.