Description
Enjoy these delightful Mini Summer Berry Galettes, a perfect dessert for summer gatherings. They are easy to make with a flaky, buttery crust and a sweet berry filling, offering a taste of summer in every bite.
Ingredients
- For the Pie Crust:
- 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1/2 cup Cold Butter
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 3–5 tablespoons Ice Water
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup Strawberries
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Flour
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Coarse Sugar
Instructions
- Make the Pie Crust: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Prepare the Filling: In another bowl, gently toss together the sliced strawberries, sugar, flour, lemon juice, and zest until well combined. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to release the juices.
- Assemble Galettes: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about ⅛-inch thick. Cut out 6 circles and transfer them onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spoon the berry mixture into the center of each circle, fold the edges over the filling, leaving the center exposed. Dot the fruit with butter, brush the edges with beaten egg, and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
- Bake: Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even sweeter treat.
- Store cooled galettes in a clean kitchen towel for up to 2 days.
- Always use cold butter and ice water for the pie crust for a flaky texture.
- Avoid overfilling the galettes to prevent spills during baking.
- Opt for seasonal, ripe berries for the best flavor.
- Brush the edges of the crust with egg wash for a golden color and shine.
- Allow galettes to cool slightly before serving for easier handling.
- Variations include a berry medley, peaches, nutty crust, gluten-free options, citrus zest, honey sweetener, bourbon infusion, and spices like cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Store baked galettes at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week. Reheat in the oven to restore crispness.
- Freeze unbaked galettes wrapped tightly in plastic wrap for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes.
- If your pie crust is tough, ensure butter is cold and handle the dough minimally.
- This recipe is suitable for gluten allergies by using a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch.
- Feel free to add vanilla extract, cinnamon, or fruit liqueur to the filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 galette
- Calories: 200 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg