Spiced Pear Galette with Honey is a rustic and delicious dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. This free-form tart showcases the natural sweetness of ripe pears, enhanced with warm spices and a drizzle of honey. It’s perfect for a cozy autumn evening or any time you want a comforting treat.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
What makes this spiced pear galette so special? First, it’s incredibly simple. You don’t need to be a pastry expert to create a beautiful and tasty dessert. The crust is flaky and buttery, the pears become tender and caramelized, and the honey adds a touch of sweetness that complements the spices perfectly. The rustic nature of a galette means it’s meant to look imperfect – adding to its charm. Plus, the warm spices make it an ideal treat for fall or winter, filling your kitchen with a delightful aroma. This homemade pear galette is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 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 butter cubes and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add Water:
Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
3. Chill the Dough:
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the gluten to relax and prevents a tough crust.
4. Prepare the Pears:
While the dough is chilling, prepare the pears. Peel, core, and thinly slice them.
5. Mix the Pears:
In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced pears with the granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
6. Roll Out the Dough:
On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle.
7. Transfer to Baking Sheet:
Carefully transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Arrange the Pears:
Arrange the spiced pear slices in a circular pattern on the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
9. Dot with Butter:
Dot the pears with the small pieces of butter.
10. Fold the Dough:
Gently fold the edges of the dough over the pears, pleating as you go.
11. Brush with Egg Wash:
Brush the exposed dough with the beaten egg. This will give it a golden-brown color.
12. Sprinkle with Sugar:
Sprinkle the crust with turbinado sugar, if desired.
13. Bake:
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the pears are tender.
14. Drizzle with Honey:
Remove the galette from the oven and drizzle with honey.
15. Cool Slightly:
Let the spiced pear galette with honey cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
This spiced pear galette with honey is delicious on its own, but it’s even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. The cold creaminess complements the warm, spiced pears beautifully.
For a simple yet elegant presentation, dust the galette with powdered sugar before serving. You can also add a sprig of fresh mint for a pop of color.
This dessert is perfect for a cozy night in, a holiday gathering, or any special occasion. Its rustic charm and comforting flavors make it a crowd-pleaser.
Storage and Reheating
Store leftover spiced pear galette with honey in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat, you can warm it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes, or until heated through. You can also reheat individual slices in the microwave for a quicker option, but the crust may not be as crispy.
Key Details
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Servings: 6-8
- Equipment: Large bowl, pastry blender or fingers, plastic wrap, rolling pin, baking sheet, parchment paper, medium bowl
Enjoy this delightful spiced pear galette with honey!
Spiced Pear Galette with Honey
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 3 ripe pears peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into small pieces
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 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 butter cubes and use a pastry blender or your fingers to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing 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 allows the gluten to relax and prevents a tough crust.
- While the dough is chilling, prepare the pears. Peel, core, and thinly slice them.
- In a medium bowl, gently toss the sliced pears with the granulated sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Carefully transfer the dough to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Arrange the spiced pear slices in a circular pattern on the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
- Dot the pears with the small pieces of butter.
- Gently fold the edges of the dough over the pears, pleating as you go.
- Brush the exposed dough with the beaten egg. This will give it a golden-brown color.
- Sprinkle the crust with turbinado sugar, if desired.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the pears are tender.
- Remove the galette from the oven and drizzle with honey.
- Let the spiced pear galette with honey cool slightly before serving.
