Here’s how to make a simple and delicious Rustic Peach Galette with Honey. This free-form tart is easier to make than pie and tastes just as good!
Why You Will Love This Recipe
This Rustic Peach Galette with Honey is one of my favorite desserts to make because it’s so simple yet looks and tastes incredibly impressive. Unlike a pie, you don’t need any special equipment or perfect crimping skills. The rustic nature of the galette is part of its charm! The combination of sweet, juicy peaches with a flaky crust and a drizzle of honey is simply divine. Plus, it’s a fantastic way to use up those ripe summer peaches. It’s also perfect for when you want something homemade and delicious but don’t have a lot of time. The slightly sweet and buttery crust complements the peaches perfectly!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
For the Filling:
- 4 medium peaches, sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon butter, cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Make the Dough:
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining. This is important for creating a flaky crust!
2. Add Water and Form Dough:
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition, until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This chilling time is crucial for the gluten to relax and the butter to solidify, resulting in a tender crust.
3. Prepare the Peach Filling:
While the dough is chilling, prepare the peach filling. In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with the flour, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. The flour helps to absorb some of the peach juices, preventing the galette from becoming soggy.
4. Roll Out the Dough:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. It doesn’t have to be perfect! Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Parchment paper makes for easy cleanup and prevents sticking.
5. Assemble the Galette:
Arrange the peach slices in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Drizzle the honey over the peaches and dot with small pieces of butter.
6. Fold the Edges:
Gently fold the edges of the dough over the peaches, pleating as you go. The pleats don’t need to be perfect; the rustic look is what we’re going for!
7. Brush and Sprinkle:
Brush the edges of the dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar, if desired. The egg wash gives the crust a beautiful golden-brown color, and the turbinado sugar adds a touch of sparkle and crunch.
8. Bake the Galette:
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the peaches are tender and bubbly. Keep an eye on it to make sure the crust doesn’t burn.
9. Cool and Serve:
Let the Rustic Peach Galette with Honey cool slightly on the baking sheet before slicing and serving. This allows the filling to set a bit.
Serving Suggestions
This Rustic Peach Galette with Honey is delicious served warm or at room temperature. A scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream complements the warm peaches beautifully.
For a more elegant presentation, you can dust the galette with powdered sugar before serving or add a few fresh mint sprigs as a garnish.
This galette is perfect for summer picnics, backyard barbecues, or any occasion where you want a simple yet impressive dessert. You can also serve it as a sweet treat at brunch.
Storage and Reheating
Store any leftover Rustic Peach Galette with Honey in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To keep the crust crisp, you can store it in the refrigerator, but the crust may soften slightly.
To reheat, place the galette in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through. You can also reheat individual slices in the microwave, but the crust may become a bit soft.
Key Details
Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Equipment:
- Large bowl
- Pastry blender or your fingers
- Plastic wrap
- Rolling pin
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Medium bowl
Rustic Peach Galette with Honey
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup 1 stick unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 4 medium peaches sliced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon butter cut into small pieces
- 1 large egg beaten (for egg wash)
- Turbinado sugar for sprinkling (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces of butter remaining.
- Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently after each addition, until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- While the dough is chilling, prepare the peach filling. In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced peaches with the flour, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Arrange the peach slices in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Drizzle the honey over the peaches and dot with small pieces of butter.
- Gently fold the edges of the dough over the peaches, pleating as you go.
- Brush the edges of the dough with the beaten egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar, if desired.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the peaches are tender and bubbly.
- Let the Rustic Peach Galette with Honey cool slightly on the baking sheet before slicing and serving.