Apple Galette (Gluten-Free)
This Gluten-Free Apple Tart is a simple, rustic dessert perfect for fall or any occasion. Made with a GF buttery crust and fresh apples, this easy galette comes together with less effort than traditional pie. This recipe is a delicious go-to for holidays, gatherings, or weeknight baking.
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About this easy GF apple dessert
Amazing GF apple dessert that everyone will love, a sibling to this Gluten-Free Peach Galette. This rustic apple tart is made with a buttery crust and a fresh and spiced apple filling.
This homemade galette is easy to make and a perfect fall dessert or every season. You can serve it warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Ideal for gatherings, potlucks, or just because.
Ingredients
The main ingredients of this recipe are:
- Apples: medium apples like Granny Smith or Pink Lady.
- Flour: gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Butter: cold and diced unsalted butter.
- Egg: room temperature egg is better.
- Spices: ground cinnamon. But you can also use ground nutmeg.
- Lemon: fresh lemon juice.
How to make GF Apple Galette
Place gluten-free all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor. Add the diced cold butter and process until crumbs form. Add the water and process until just beginning to clump. You can also make the dough by hand.
Take the dough out and, using your hands, shape it into a ball. Flatten into a thick disc, cover, and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
Place the peeled and sliced apples, lemon juice, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Set aside.
Roll out the dough on a lightly floured (GF flour) counter and then transfer to the prepared pan. Arrange the apples in the center of the dough, leaving space around the edge. Fold the edges of the dough to form a rustic tart. Place the galette in the refrigerator and chill while you preheat the oven.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Once preheated, brush the edges of the tart with egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon of water) and sprinkle with sugar. Divide 1 tablespoon of diced butter over the apples.
Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Keep in mind that all ovens are different.
Sprinkle with chopped toasted walnuts and serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.
Storing
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the cake in a medium oven for 10 minutes before serving.
Can I freeze the apple galette?
Yes, you can freeze it in an air-tight container. Reheat the frozen cake in a medium oven for 10 minutes before serving.
Variations and serving options
- Apples: firm apples like Granny Smith apples work well, but Pink Lady also works.
- Filling: add other fruits to the filling, like blueberries, to add freshness.
- Spices: Feel free to play with spices, like adding ground nutmeg.
- Serving options: serve with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Apple Galette (Gluten-Free)
Ingredients
For the crust:
- 2 and ¼ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cooled and diced
- 1/4 ice-cold water
- egg wash, 1 egg beaten + 1 tablespoon water
For the filling:
- 4 apples, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped toasted walnuts, optional
Instructions
- Place gluten-free all-purpose flour, salt, and sugar in a food processor. Add the diced cold butter and process until crumbs form. Add the water and process until just beginning to clump. You can also make the dough by hand.
- Take the dough out and, using your hands, shape the dough into a ball. Flatten into a thick disc, cover, and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
- Place the peeled and sliced apples, lemon juice, brown sugar, and cornstarch in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured (GF flour) counter and then transfer to the prepared pan. Arrange the apples in the center of the dough, leaving space around the edge. Fold the edges of the dough to form a rustic tart. Place the galette in the refrigerator and chill while you preheat the oven.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Once preheated, brush the edges of the tart with egg wash (1 egg + 1 tablespoon of water) and sprinkle with sugar. Divide 1 tablespoon of diced butter over the apples.
- Bake for 40 minutes or until golden brown. Keep in mind that all ovens are different.
- Sprinkle with chopped toasted almonds and serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.