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Perfect Brown Butter Peach Galette Recipe with Cardamom

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A rustic and easy-to-make summer dessert featuring a nutty brown butter crust, juicy peaches, and a subtle hint of cardamom for a sophisticated twist.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 6 tablespoons (85g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 3–4 ripe peaches, sliced (about 3 cups)
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Coarse sugar or turbinado sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: In a light-colored skillet over medium heat, melt 6 tablespoons (85g) of unsalted butter. Stir frequently, watching closely as the butter foams, then starts to turn golden brown with toasted nutty aromas (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Pour in the warm brown butter and stir with a fork until crumbly. Add ice water 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing just until dough comes together. Avoid overworking; it should be soft but not sticky. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Prepare the Filling: In a medium bowl, combine 3 cups sliced peaches, 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon ground cardamom, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice. Toss gently to coat evenly.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a roughly 12-inch (30 cm) circle about ⅛ inch (3 mm) thick. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Assemble the Galette: Spoon the peach filling into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch (5 cm) border all around. Fold the edges over the peaches, pleating gently to create a rustic edge. Brush the dough with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the galette for 35-40 minutes until crust is golden brown and peaches are bubbly. Keep an eye after 30 minutes—if edges brown too fast, tent loosely with foil.
  7. Cool and Serve: Let the galette cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use a light-colored pan to brown butter to avoid burning. Chill dough well before rolling to prevent tearing. If edges brown too fast, tent with foil. Let galette cool before slicing to set juices. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained. Gluten-free and dairy-free substitutions are possible.

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Keywords: brown butter, peach galette, cardamom, summer dessert, rustic tart, easy baking, fruit galette

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