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Cinnamon Apple Galette with Caramelized Pecans and Bourbon Whipped Cream

Description

This cinnamon apple galette is a delicious twist on the classic dessert. The caramelized pecans add a nice crunch, while the bourbon whipped cream provides a rich and creamy element.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 2 apples, peeled and sliced
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup caramelized pecans (see note)
• Bourbon whipped cream (recipe below)

Instructions

Note on Caramelizing Pecans

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Toss 1/4 cup of pecan halves with 1 tsp brown sugar and 1/4 tsp salt.
3. Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until fragrant and lightly caramelized.

Prepare Galette

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon.
3. Add cold butter and use a pastry blender to work it into the dry ingredients until crumbly.
4. Press mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
5. Arrange sliced apples on top of dough in a concentric circle pattern, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.

Bake Galette

1. Fold the crust over the filling to form a galette shape and press the edges together to seal.
2. Brush crust with melted butter and sprinkle with sugar.
3. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown.
4. Let cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Bourbon Whipped Cream

1. In a medium bowl, whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
2. Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1 tbsp bourbon whiskey.
3. Whip until combined and smooth.

Serve

Serve warm galette with a dollop of bourbon whipped cream on top and caramelized pecans scattered over the top.