Description
This Berry Galette recipe features a rustic, free-form tart packed with mixed berries like blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries. The sweet and tangy filling is enhanced with lemon zest and vanilla, wrapped in a flaky pie crust, and baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a dessert that’s simple to prepare yet impressive to serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, chopped)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust & Finishing
- 1 sheet store-bought pie dough or homemade, chilled
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the mixed berries, ¼ cup granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon zest, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Toss gently until all berries are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Roll Out Dough: Place the chilled pie dough on the prepared parchment paper. If it isn’t already a 12-inch circle, roll it out gently to achieve this size.
- Assemble the Galette: Spoon the berry mixture into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges free. Fold the edges of the dough up over the berries, making pleats as you go, so the center filling remains exposed.
- Apply Egg Wash: Beat the egg lightly and brush it evenly over the folded crust edges to give a golden, glossy finish after baking.
- Sprinkle Sugar: Sprinkle coarse sugar over the crust edges for extra crunch and sweetness, if using.
- Bake the Galette: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes until the crust is a beautiful golden brown and the berry filling is bubbling hot.
- Cool & Serve: Remove from the oven and let the galette cool for at least 10 minutes to allow the berry juices to thicken. Serve warm, optionally accompanied by vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Notes
- Use a mix of fresh or frozen berries—just thaw and drain excess liquid if using frozen.
- If you prefer a less sweet galette, reduce the sugar slightly.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute the egg wash with almond milk or melted coconut oil.
- Make sure to chill your pie dough thoroughly before rolling to make it easier to handle and improve flakiness.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a classic pairing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
