Spiced Pear & Ginger Galette
Spiced Pear & Ginger Galette is a cozy dessert that perfectly blends sweet, juicy pears with zesty ginger, all nestled in a flaky, buttery crust. This rustic galette is ideal for any gathering, offering comfort and warmth in every slice. With its simple preparation and delightful flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite at your table.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2–3 tablespoons ice water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, toss sliced pears with grated ginger and brown sugar; let sit for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water to form dough; chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Pour pear mixture into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Fold edges over filling, pleating as necessary. Bake for 35 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg