Cinnamon Apple Galette with Maple Cream

Ingredients

For the Crust:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

For the Filling:

• 6-8 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

For the Maple Cream:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp pure maple syrup

Instructions

Make the Crust:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, and sugar.
2. Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually pour in the ice-cold water while stirring with a fork until the dough comes together in a ball.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Prepare the Filling:

1. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Mix until the apples are evenly coated with the dry ingredients.

Assemble and Bake the Galette:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a 9-inch round baking dish or tart pan.
4. Arrange the apple filling in a spiral pattern, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
5. Fold the crust over the apples, pressing the edges to seal.
6. Brush the egg wash over the crust and sprinkle with granulated sugar.

Make the Maple Cream:

1. In a small mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
2. Add the pure maple syrup and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

Serve:

1. Allow the galette to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.
2. Top each slice with a dollop of creamy maple whipped cream and enjoy!