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Apple Galette with Vanilla Pecan Caramel

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 450
A rustic and delicious dessert featuring flaky pastry, sweet apples, and a rich vanilla pecan caramel drizzle.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 13 oz all-purpose flour
  • 2 oz granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 sticks butter, cubed and chilled
  • ½ cup cold water

Apple Filling

  • 1.5 lbs thinly sliced gala apples
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 2 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp kosher salt

Egg Wash & Topping

  • 1 egg yolk egg yolk
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • raw sugar raw sugar (for sprinkling)

Vanilla Pecan Caramel

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions 

  • Mix flour, sugar, and salt; add butter and pulse until coarse crumbs. Add water and form dough; chill for 45 minutes.
  • Combine sliced apples with sugar, cornstarch, vanilla, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt; let sit for 20 minutes.
  • Divide dough, roll into 8-inch circles, and place on parchment-lined pans. Fill centers with apple mixture, fold edges, brush with egg wash, sprinkle raw sugar, and bake at 425°F for 12-15 minutes.
  • Prepare caramel: heat sugar until amber, add butter, then cream, vanilla, salt, and pecans; cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Chill dough thoroughly for best results and serve with vanilla ice cream if desired.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: apple