GALETTE DES ROIS
This is a popular French cake that celebrates the holiday of Epiphany (January 6th) the day when the Three Kings visited the Baby Jesus. As part of French tradition, a bean or small china feve (favor) is hidden in the cake. The person who finds the feve in his or her slice becomes king or queen for the day. The person can also choose someone to be their king or queen and can lead the traditional dance.
Provided by ULYBERT
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the almond paste into a food processor or blender with about half of the sugar, and process until well blended. Add the butter and remaining sugar using and process until smooth, then blend in 1 egg, vanilla extract, almond extract, flour and salt. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Butter a baking sheet or line with parchment paper, and set aside.
- Roll out one sheet of the puff pastry into an 11-inch square. Keep the pastry cool, do not knead or stretch. Use a large pie plate, cake pan or frying pan to trace an 11 inch circle onto the dough using the tip of a small knife. Place the circle of pastry onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the second sheet of pastry. Refrigerate both sheets.
- Mound the almond filling onto the center of the pastry that is on the baking sheet. Leave about 1 1/2 inch margin at the edges. Press the bean or feve down into the filling. Place the second sheet of pastry on top, and press down the edges to seal. Beat the remaining egg with a fork, and lightly brush onto the top of the galette. Use a knife to make a crisscross pattern in the egg wash, and then prick several small slits in the top to vent steam while baking.
- Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven. Do not open the oven until the time is up, as the pastry will not fully puff. Remove from the oven, and dust with confectioners' sugar. Return to the oven, and cook for an additional 12 to 15 minutes, or until the top is a deep golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
- Lay a golden paper crown gently on top of the cake. This will be used to crown the person who finds the bean or feve. Serve warm or cold. Make sure to tell everyone about the bean or feve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.5 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 84.6 mg, Sugar 3.9 g
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Michael Haile
[email protected]I highly recommend this recipe!
Kristy Pierson
[email protected]This is the best galette des rois I have ever had.
Hninn Hmone
[email protected]The almond flavor in this galette des rois is amazing.
Monty 4 YTUK
[email protected]This galette des rois is the perfect dessert for a winter party.
Andiswa Mbabali
[email protected]I can't wait to make this again!
Qanciye Official
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a special occasion.
Mian Amir
[email protected]I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.
amajinme
[email protected]Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The galette des rois was delicious, and it was fun to make.
Akhi Master
[email protected]The galette des rois was a bit dry. I think I would add more butter to the pastry next time.
Shaik Mahaboobjan
[email protected]The galette des rois was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would have preferred a less sweet frangipane filling.
Amos Tunduhwe
[email protected]This was my first time making galette des rois, and it turned out great! The recipe was easy to follow, and the results were impressive. The galette was beautiful and delicious.
Kansaze Vianney
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of frangipane, but this galette des rois was surprisingly good. The pastry was light and crispy, and the almond filling was not too sweet. I would definitely make this again.
atier rahaman
[email protected]This galette des rois was a hit with my family! The pastry was flaky and buttery, and the frangipane filling was rich and creamy. The almond flavor was perfectly balanced. I will definitely be making this again.