Cherry, Almond, & Cardamom Galette Recipe

Introduction

This Cherry, Almond, & Cardamom Galette is a rustic and flavorful dessert that combines tart cherries with fragrant cardamom and crunchy almonds. Its flaky crust and creamy cardamom-spiced whipped cream make it a perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp ground cardamom
• 1 stick unsalted butter (frozen and cut into small cubes)
• 2 egg yolks (reserve egg whites for egg washing the dough)
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp ice cold water
• 2 1/2 cups cherries
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
• 1 egg yolk
• 1 tbsp turbinado (coarse) sugar
• 1 1/2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
• 1 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar

Instructions

1. Step 1: Mix together flour, cold butter, ice cold water, egg yolks, salt, cardamom, and granulated sugar in a food processor or cut it with a pastry cutter in a bowl until you get pea-sized chunks of dough. Remove the dough and use your hands to form a disk. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour.
2. Step 2: Pit the cherries by poking out the pits with the bottom of a bamboo skewer or cherry pitter. In a bowl, mix cherries with cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla until coated.
3. Step 3: Preheat the oven to 425ºF.
4. Step 4: Remove dough from fridge and roll out on parchment paper into a 12-inch imperfect circle. Transfer the parchment and dough to a cookie sheet.
5. Step 5: Add cherry filling to the center. Fold and pinch the edges toward the center, allowing a rustic, imperfect shape.
6. Step 6: Whisk one egg yolk and brush the dough edges with it. Sprinkle sliced almonds and turbinado sugar over the crust edges.
7. Step 7: Bake for 35-40 minutes, watching to ensure almonds do not burn.
8. Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool about 10 minutes on a cooling rack.
9. Step 9: Whip cold heavy cream, cardamom, and powdered sugar by hand or with a mixer until soft peaks form. Serve dolloped generously on slices.

Tips & Variations

• For a nut-free version, omit almonds or substitute with toasted coconut flakes.
• Make sure the butter is very cold to achieve a flaky crust.
• You can substitute cherries with blueberries or mixed berries if preferred.
• Use turbinado sugar on the crust to add a pleasant crunch and caramelized flavor.

Storage

Store any leftover galette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The crust may soften slightly after refrigeration. Reheat slices briefly in a warm oven (about 300ºF for 5–7 minutes) to regain crispness. Whipped cream is best served fresh but can be stored separately in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make the dough ahead of time?

Yes, you can prepare the dough and chill it in the refrigerator overnight. Just bring it back to the fridge for at least one hour before rolling out to ensure it’s firm.

How do I pit cherries without a cherry pitter?

You can use the point of a small knife or the tip of a bamboo skewer to gently push the pit out through the side or bottom of each cherry.

Cherry, Almond, & Cardamom Galette Recipe

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• Author: Ethan
• Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Yield: 8 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Description

This Cherry, Almond, & Cardamom Galette is a rustic, fragrant, and delicious tart with a flaky cardamom-infused crust, bursting with juicy cherries and topped with toasted almonds and a sprinkle of turbinado sugar. Served with lightly whipped cardamom-scented cream, it perfectly balances sweet and spice in a charming homemade dessert.

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Ingredients

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For the Dough

• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tbsp ground cardamom
• 1 stick unsalted butter (frozen and cut into small cubes)
• 2 egg yolks (reserve egg whites for egg wash)
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• 3 tbsp ice cold water

For the Filling

• 2 1/2 cups cherries, pitted
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp sugar

For the Topping

• 2 tbsp sliced almonds
• 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp turbinado (coarse) sugar

For the Whipped Cream

• 1 1/2 cups cold heavy whipping cream
• 1 tsp ground cardamom
• 1 tbsp powdered sugar

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Instructions

1. Make the Dough: Mix together flour, cold butter, ice cold water, egg yolks, sea salt, ground cardamom, and granulated sugar in a food processor or use a pastry cutter to combine until pea-sized dough chunks form. Gather the dough by hand and shape into a disk. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and chill in the fridge for 1 hour to firm up.
2. Prepare the Filling: Pit the cherries by pushing the pit out using a bamboo skewer or cherry pitter. In a bowl, toss the cherries with cornstarch, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
3. Preheat Oven: Set the oven temperature to 425ºF (220ºC) to ensure a hot environment for baking the galette.
4. Roll Out Dough: Remove the chilled dough from the fridge and roll it out on a piece of parchment paper into an imperfect 12-inch circle. Transfer both parchment paper and dough to a baking sheet.
5. Assemble Galette: Spoon the cherry filling into the center of the dough circle, leaving about 2-3 inches from the edge. Fold and gently pinch the edges of the dough up and over the filling, creating pleats as you go. Imperfection is part of the rustic charm.
6. Apply Egg Wash and Toppings: Whisk one egg yolk with a little water. Using a pastry brush, brush this egg wash over the dough edges. Sprinkle sliced almonds and turbinado sugar on top of the washed crust to add crunch and sweetness.
7. Bake Galette: Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent the almonds from burning. The crust should be deeply golden and filling bubbling.
8. Cool the Galette: Remove from the oven and transfer to a cooling rack. Allow it to cool for about 10 minutes to set before slicing.
9. Prepare Whipped Cream: In a chilled bowl or stand mixer, whip the cold heavy cream, ground cardamom, and powdered sugar until soft peaks form. Dollop the scented whipped cream liberally onto each slice just before serving.

Notes

• Chilling the dough is important for a flaky crust and easier handling.
• If fresh cherries are unavailable, frozen and thawed cherries can be used but drain excess juice to prevent sogginess.
• The galette crust can be brushed with egg whites reserved from egg yolks if preferred for a more golden finish.
• Watch the almonds closely during baking to avoid burning; you can add them halfway through baking if preferred.
• Use parchment paper to easily transfer the galette and for easy cleanup.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 40 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: French

Keywords: cherry galette, almond galette, cardamom tart, rustic tart, baked fruit dessert, cherry pastry, homemade galette