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Spiced Pear and Cardamom Galette with Honey Glaze

2023-10-27 - Written by: Amelia Beaumont

Spiced Pear and Cardamom Galette with Honey Glaze

A rustic, free-form tart featuring sweet pears, warming cardamom, and a drizzle of honey glaze.

Ingredients:

  • For the crust:

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ cup (1 stick) vegan butter, chilled and cubed
    • ¼ cup ice water
  • For the filling:

    • 4 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • Pinch of salt
  • For the honey glaze:

    • ¼ cup honey
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions:

  1. Make the crust: Combine flour and salt in a large bowl. Add the cubed butter and use your fingertips or a pastry blender to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add the ice water, mixing with a fork until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Prepare the filling: In a bowl, toss the sliced pears with sugar, cardamom, cinnamon, lemon juice, and salt. Set aside.

  3. Assemble the galette: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Arrange the pear filling in the center of the dough, leaving about a 2-inch border. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as you go to create a rustic edge.

  4. Bake: Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is tender.

  5. Make the glaze: While the galette bakes, combine honey, water, and lemon juice in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened (about 2-3 minutes).

  6. Glaze and serve: Remove the galette from the oven and brush it generously with the warm honey glaze. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.