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Salted Caramel Apple Galette - A Rustic Fall Dessert with a Twist

Indulge in the sweet and savory flavors of fall with this delightful Salted Caramel Apple Galette. This rustic dessert features tender apples enveloped in a flaky crust, drizzled with rich salted caramel for an irresistible treat that’s perfect for any autumn gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Galette Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour plus more for dusting
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into small cubes
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar for sweetness
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3-4 tablespoons ice water as needed
For the Filling
  • 3 medium apples peeled, cored, and sliced (use a mix of sweet and tart varieties)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prevent browning
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg freshly grated if possible
For the Salted Caramel
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar for caramel
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt or to taste

Method
 

Make the Galette Crust
  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold butter and mix with a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples with lemon juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
Make the Salted Caramel
  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the granulated sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a golden amber color. Be careful not to burn it.
  2. Once the sugar is melted, carefully add the butter and stir until melted and combined. Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Allow to cool slightly.
Assemble and Bake the Galette
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Arrange the apple mixture in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as necessary, and brush the crust with a little water or beaten egg for shine.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender. Remove from the oven and drizzle with salted caramel.

Notes

For added flavor, consider adding chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the apple filling. You can also serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!