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A rustic apple tart recipe also called rustic apple galette is a free-form tart in a simpler and more casual version of a traditional apple pie, with the dough folded over the edges of the filling, giving it a rustic and uneven appearance.
The beauty of a rustic apple galette lies in the simplicity and its imperfections of its hand-folded crust in a visually appealing dessert that celebrates the natural flavors of fresh apples in a delightful way.
This old-fashioned style apple tart can be made with various apple varieties and is often served warm and can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied by a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of salted caramel sauce.
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Ingredients You Need
You need these ingredients to make this apple galette recipe:
- Unsalted Butter – Keeps the crust rich and flaky. Use cold butter for the best texture.
- All-Purpose Flour – The base of the dough, providing structure and a tender bite.
- Powdered Sugar – Adds a slight sweetness and a delicate texture to the crust.
- Salt – Enhances the flavor and balances the sweetness.
- Cold Water – Helps bring the dough together; add gradually until the right consistency is reached.
- Applesauce Filling – Use homemade or store-bought for a soft, flavorful base.
- Apples – Gala, Golden Delicious, or Granny Smith work best for their sweet, juicy, and slightly tart flavor.
How to make Easy Rustic Apple Tart
Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full recipe instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the recipe card below!
- Place flour, salt, icing sugar, and unsalted cold butter in a medium bowl.
- Using your fingers, mix all the ingredients together until you have a sandy mixture with no lumps.
- Add the cold water and mix again until the pie dough forms a ball, but do not over-knead it.
- Cover with cling film and place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll dough with a rolling pin on a lightly floured work surface or between 2 sheets of parchment paper to a thickness of 3 mm thick, trying to make a round shape.
- Place the pastry disk on a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cover the entire surface with apple mixture sauce, leaving a 2-inch border / 5 cm.
- Arrange the apple slices on top of the applesauce in the center.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the apples and sprinkle brown sugar over the entire tart.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F / 180°C and bake the apple pie galette for about 35-40 minutes until the crust is golden brown on top and the apples are tender.
- Allow the apple galette to cool completely before placing it on a large serving plate.
- Serve cold or slightly warm, depending on your preference with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, fresh whipped cream or a bit of salted caramel sauce.
Servings Suggestions
- Classic & Simple – Enjoy warm with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- With Ice Cream – Serve with a scoop of vanilla, cinnamon, or caramel ice cream.
- Drizzle with Caramel – Add a touch of salted caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
- Topped with Whipped Cream – Light and airy whipped cream balances the crisp crust.
- Pair with Cheese – A slice of sharp cheddar or brie adds a delicious contrast.
Tips for this recipe
Storage instructions
- Refrigerator: Keep in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
Variations & Substititons
Recipe Questions
Can I make the dough ahead of time?
Yes! Store it in the fridge for up to 2 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
How do I keep the crust from getting soggy?
Spread a thin layer of applesauce, ground almonds, or breadcrumbs before adding apples.
How do I reheat the tart?
Warm it in a 350°F (175°C) oven for about 10 minutes to crisp the crust.
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Rustic French Apple Tart
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices
Description
Recipe for an easy old-fashioned apple galette recipe with sweet shortcrust pastry, applesauce, and melting apples (for a 10-inch/25 cm tart, about 10 parts)
Ingredients
Pie crust :
- 1 sheet of my shortcrust pastry
Apple filling :
- 3 - 4 Apples
- 4 - 5 tbsp applesauce
- Brown sugar - or cane sugar
Instructions
Pie crust :
- Follow my recipe for shortcrust pastry, respecting the quantities suitable for a 10 inches / 25 cm tart.
Assembly and cooking :
- Preheat your oven to 350°F / 180°C and prepare a baking sheet.
- Roll out your dough with a rolling pin between 2 sheets of parchment paper to a thickness of about 3 mm.
- Remove the parchment paper from the top and place the dough disk on the prepared baking sheet.
- Fill the center of the dough with applesauce, leaving a 5 cm border of dough.
- Place apple slices on top of the dough.
- Fold the edges over the apples.
- Sprinkle the whole pie with brown sugar.
- Bake the apple pie for about 34-40 minutes until it is golden brown on top and the apples are tender.
- Let the apple galette cool before moving it to a large serving dish.
- Serve slightly warm or cold.
Notes
Storage: Approximately 4-5 days in the refrigerator and up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: tart, pie, galette
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Calories: 203
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 36
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 38
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 35
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