Cinnamon Apple Galette with Pecan Crust and Salted Caramel Sauce

Servings: 8-10 people

Ingredients:

For the Pecan Crust:

• 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
• 1/4 cup light brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Apple Filling:

• 6-8 medium-sized apples, peeled and sliced
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

For the Salted Caramel Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt

Instructions:

Make the Pecan Crust:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the chopped pecans, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
3. Stir in the melted unsalted butter until well combined.
4. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.

Prepare the Apple Filling:

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced apples, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until the apples are evenly coated with the dry ingredients.
2. Dot the top of the apple mixture with the unsalted butter.

Assemble and Bake the Galette:

1. Arrange the apple mixture on top of the pecan crust in a concentric circle pattern, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
2. Fold the edges of the pastry up over the apples to form a crust, pressing gently to seal.
3. Brush the tops of the pastry with the beaten egg for glazing.
4. Bake the galette for 35-40 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the apples are tender.

Make the Salted Caramel Sauce:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes or until the caramel is golden brown.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the flaky sea salt.

Serve:

1. Allow the galette to cool slightly before slicing.
2. Drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the top of each serving.
3. Serve warm and enjoy!