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Spiced Pear Galette Recipe

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This Spiced Pear Galette is a rustic and delicious dessert featuring ripe pears tossed in warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, baked in a flaky pie crust until golden brown. Perfect for cozy gatherings, this easy-to-make galette offers a delightful balance of sweet and spiced flavors with a crisp, buttery crust.

Ingredients

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Fruit Filling

  • 3 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Crust and Topping

  • 1 pre-made pie crust
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon coarse sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it’s at the perfect temperature for baking the galette.
  2. Prepare Pear Filling: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced pears with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and flour. Toss everything together gently but thoroughly, so the pears are evenly coated with the spices and flour.
  3. Roll Out Pie Crust: Lay the pre-made pie crust out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roll it out evenly to your desired thickness, leaving enough room to fold the edges later.
  4. Arrange Pears on Crust: Spoon the pear mixture into the center of the rolled-out crust. Leave about a 2-inch border all around the edges free of filling to allow for folding.
  5. Fold Crust Edges: Carefully fold the edges of the crust over the pears, pleating the dough as necessary to create a rustic, free-form tart shape.
  6. Apply Egg Wash and Sugar: Brush the folded crust edges with the beaten egg to give it a beautiful golden color when baked. Then sprinkle the crust with coarse sugar for a crunchy, sweet finish.
  7. Bake Galette: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the galette for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the pears are tender and bubbling slightly.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove the galette from the oven and let it cool slightly on a wire rack before slicing and serving. This helps the filling set a little for easier serving.

Notes

  • Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent dessert experience.
  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans to the pear filling for extra texture and a nutty flavor.
  • This recipe works well with other fruits like apples or peaches if pears aren’t available or preferred.

Keywords: Spiced Pear Galette, Rustic Pear Tart, Easy Pear Dessert, Fall Dessert, Fruit Galette Recipe

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