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Perfect Brown Butter Peach Galette Recipe with Cardamom Sugar and Vanilla Cream

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A rustic, flaky galette featuring a nutty brown butter crust, spiced peach filling with cardamom sugar, and a smooth vanilla cream topping. This easy homemade dessert captures the essence of summer with fresh peaches and aromatic spices.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks, 227g) unsalted butter, browned and cooled slightly
  • 2 1/2 cups (312g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 2–4 tablespoons ice water
  • 4–5 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced (about 4 cups/600g)
  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom (for topping)
  • 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter. Stir frequently as it foams and changes color, watching closely for the butter to turn a deep golden brown with nutty aroma (about 5-7 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool to warm, not hot.
  2. Make the Dough: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Pour in the browned butter, mixing with a wooden spoon or your hands until combined. Add 2 tablespoons of ice water, mixing gently until dough starts to hold together. Add more water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if too dry. Avoid overworking to keep the crust flaky.
  3. Chill the Dough: Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Peach Filling: In a bowl, toss 4-5 sliced peaches (about 4 cups) with 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cardamom, and 2 tablespoons flour. Set aside for 10 minutes to macerate and thicken.
  5. Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a roughly 12-inch circle about 1/4 inch thick. Transfer carefully to a parchment-lined baking sheet or cast iron skillet.
  6. Assemble the Galette: Spoon the peach filling onto the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold the edges over the peaches, pleating as needed for a rustic look. Sprinkle the exposed crust with the cardamom sugar topping (1/4 cup sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon cardamom).
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the galette for 35-40 minutes, until the crust is golden and crisp and the peaches are bubbling. Rotate halfway for even browning. If edges brown too fast, tent with foil.
  8. Make the Vanilla Cream: While the galette bakes, whip 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Chill until serving.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let the galette cool for 15 minutes before serving. Spoon vanilla cream over warm slices and enjoy.

Notes

If dough is too sticky while rolling, sprinkle a bit more flour but avoid over-flouring to keep crust tender. Watch the brown butter closely to avoid burning. Chill dough well before baking to prevent shrinking. Toss peaches with flour to prevent soggy crust. Cardamom sugar topping adds aromatic crunch; can substitute with cinnamon sugar if desired. For a glossier crust, brush edges with egg wash before sprinkling sugar. Vanilla cream should be whipped to soft peaks and chilled before serving. Dough can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated. Frozen peaches can be used if thawed and drained well.

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Keywords: brown butter, peach galette, cardamom sugar, vanilla cream, summer dessert, rustic galette, easy dessert, homemade galette

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