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Perfect Nectarine Almond Galette Recipe Easy Homemade Dessert with Vanilla Bean Cream

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A rustic, free-form tart combining flaky crust, tender nectarines, nutty almond frangipane, and silky vanilla bean cream. This easy homemade dessert is perfect for seasonal gatherings and simple pleasures.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (150 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) almond flour
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp (85 g) cold unsalted butter, diced
  • 3–4 tbsp (45–60 ml) ice water
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup (75 g) ground almonds (almond meal)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 4 medium ripe nectarines (about 500 g), sliced thinly
  • 2 tbsp (25 g) brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tbsp (15 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped (or 1 tsp vanilla bean paste)

Instructions

  1. Make the Galette Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, almond flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Cut in cold, diced butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter. Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently just until dough comes together. Flatten into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Almond Filling (Frangipane): Beat softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until creamy and light, about 2 minutes. Add egg and almond extract, mixing until combined. Fold in ground almonds until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
  3. Prep the Nectarines: Wash and thinly slice nectarines. Toss gently with brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon if using. Set aside to macerate.
  4. Roll Out the Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out chilled dough into a rough 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Assemble the Galette: Spread almond filling evenly over center of dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange nectarine slices on top in a circular pattern, overlapping slightly. Fold edges of dough over fruit, pleating as needed to create rustic edge. Sprinkle crust with a little sugar.
  6. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake galette for 40-45 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbly. Tent with foil if edges brown too quickly.
  7. Make the Vanilla Bean Cream: While galette bakes, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla bean seeds or paste until soft peaks form. Chill until serving.
  8. Cool and Serve: Let galette cool at least 15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or room temperature with a dollop of vanilla bean cream.

Notes

Keep butter cold for flaky crust. Slice nectarines thinly to avoid soggy crust. Chill dough and almond filling before assembling. Tent crust edges with foil if browning too fast. Use fresh vanilla bean seeds for best flavor. Dough can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store galette refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat to restore flakiness.

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Keywords: nectarine galette, almond galette, frangipane, vanilla bean cream, easy dessert, summer dessert, rustic tart

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