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Cinnamon Apple Galette with Pecan Crust and Maple Cream

2022-09-15 - Written by: Emily J. Wilson

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Cinnamon Apple Galette with Pecan Crust and Maple Cream

A twist on the classic apple galette, this dessert features a crunchy pecan crust, tender apples, and a drizzle of maple cream.

Cinnamon Apple Galette with Pecan Crust and Maple Cream

Ingredients

For the Crust:

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans

For the Filling:

  • 3-4 Granny Smith apples, peeled and sliced
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

For the Maple Cream:

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  3. Add the melted butter and chopped pecans to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture forms a crumbly dough.
  4. Press the crust mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch (23cm) tart pan with a removable bottom.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sliced apples, granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  6. Arrange the apple slices in a concentric circle pattern on top of the crust, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
  7. Fold the edges of the crust up over the apples, pressing them gently into place.
  8. Bake the galette for 40-45 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
  9. While the galette is baking, prepare the maple cream by whisking together the heavy cream and maple syrup.
  10. Remove the galette from the oven and let it cool slightly before drizzling with the maple cream.
  11. Serve warm, garnished with additional chopped pecans if desired.

Note: You can adjust the amount of sugar to your taste in both the crust and the filling. The maple cream is a great accompaniment to the cinnamon apple galette!