Best 2 Almond Pear Galette Recipes

Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our Almond Pear Galette, a rustic yet elegant French tart that combines the nutty sweetness of almonds, the juicy tenderness of pears, and the buttery flakiness of a homemade crust. With two sensational variations – one featuring a classic almond cream filling and the other a luscious chocolate ganache – this versatile dessert caters to every palate. Embark on a culinary journey as we guide you through the steps of creating this delectable treat, ensuring an impressive centerpiece for your next gathering or a cozy indulgence for a quiet evening at home.

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ALMOND-PEAR GALETTE

Almond-Pear Galette image

Categories Food Processor Citrus Dairy Egg Fruit Nut Dessert Bake Broil Christmas Thanksgiving Vegetarian Fall Winter Chill Healthy Self Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

Ingredients

Pastry:
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus extra for rolling and dusting
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking soda
5 tablespoons butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes and frozen
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoon cultured buttermilk
1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
Cream:
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
3 tablespoons finely ground almonds
2 teaspoons melted butter
1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract
Filling:
3 firm, ripe pears, such as Anjou or Bartlett
2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 sheets parchment paper
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons butter, cut into small bits
Confectioners' sugar for dusting

Steps:

Pastry:
Pulse flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a food processor 30 seconds to combine. Add butter. Pulse until butter pieces are the size of peas. Add buttermilk and almond extract; pulse until dough just comes together. Form dough into a disk, dusting lightly with flour. Cover in plastic wrap or wax paper and refrigerate 1 hour.
Cream:
Whisk egg white and confectioners' sugar in a bowl until frothy, about 1 minute. Add almonds, butter and almond extract. Whisk. Refrigerate.
Filling:
Peel and core pears, then cut into slices about 1/4 inch thick; toss in a bowl with lemon juice and zest.
Galette:
Heat oven to 400°F. Lightly dust a sheet of parchment paper with flour; place dough on top and lightly dust with flour; top with another sheet of parchment and roll out dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Peel off top layer of parchment. Invert dough onto a baking sheet lined with third sheet of parchment. Trim around edges of dough. Spread cream over dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Arrange pear slices in concentric circles over cream. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Fold edges of dough over pears, crimping dough to enclose ends of pears. Evenly scatter bits of butter over top of filling. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until pears are tender and crust is golden. (Cover top with a sheet of foil if it begins to overbrown.) Remove; cover edges of tart with foil. Heat broiler. Glaze top of pears under broiler, about 6 inches from heat, 1 minute or until pears are golden brown. Cool on baking sheet 5 minutes. Transfer (on parchment) to rack to cool completely. Dust with confectioners' sugar.

APPLE~PEAR ALMOND GALETTE

Apple~Pear Almond Galette image

Simple easy dessert. Always have ready crusts in my freezer, They save alot of time, and as Sandra Lee says they are just as delicious as homemade pie crust at about same price. I use for my sweet and savory dishes. So today I needed quick dessert for our cookout, pears and apples in frige so here we go!!

Provided by Lisa G. Sweet Pantry Gal

Categories Pies

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 9 in refrigerated pie crusts
3 green apples
3 bartlett pears
1/4 c apricot preserves
3 Tbsp sugar cinnamon mixture
1/2 c sliced almonds
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
2 Tbsp lemon juice, fresh
1 beatened egg
1/2 tsp sugar
2 Tbsp flour

Steps:

1. On lightly floured surface place one pie crust on top of other and roll out to 16in circle. Transfer to parchment lined baking sheet. Spread crust with 1/4 cup preserves, leaving two inch border.
2. In mixing bowl combine sliced fruit, cin sugar, 2tbls flour lemon juice, ginger, and almonds. Transfer to pie crust leaving border. Fold over fruit mixture.
3. Brush with egg, sprinkle with sugar and bake at 350 til golden brown, 40-50min. Serve with freah whipped topping or icecream.

Tips:

To make the perfect almond filling, combine almond flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Then, stir in melted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
For the best flavor, use ripe and juicy pears. Peel and thinly slice the pears before adding them to the galette.
To achieve a flaky crust, use a combination of all-purpose flour and butter. Work the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs. Then, add ice water and mix until the dough just comes together.
Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking in the oven.
To prevent the galette from becoming soggy, brush the dough with egg wash before baking. This will create a barrier between the dough and the fruit.
Bake the galette at a high temperature for the first 15 minutes. This will help to set the crust and prevent it from becoming soggy.
Reduce the oven temperature and continue to bake the galette until the crust is golden brown and the fruit is tender.
Let the galette cool slightly before slicing and serving. This will help to prevent the filling from running out.

Conclusion:

The almond pear galette is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its flaky crust, sweet almond filling, and juicy pears, this galette is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this almond pear galette a try.