Apple And Pear Galette

An Apple and Pear Galette is the perfect rustic dessert that strikes the ideal balance between elegance and simplicity. This freeform tart features a buttery, flaky crust filled with thin slices of sweet-tart apples and juicy pears, all lightly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg. The fruit caramelizes beautifully as it bakes, creating a rich, golden filling that pairs perfectly with the crisp, buttery dough. Easy to make yet impressive to serve, this galette is ideal for showcasing the flavors of fall and is just as delightful with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top.

Ingredients:

• 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• 2 apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 2 pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
• Optional: Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll out the pie crust on a lightly floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the rolled-out crust to the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a large bowl, toss the sliced apples and pears with granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and flour until evenly coated.
4. Arrange the apple and pear mixture in the center of the pie crust, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges.
5. Gently fold the edges of the dough over the fruit, pleating as you go to create a rustic edge.
6. Brush the folded edges of the crust with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
7. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fruit is tender and bubbly.
8. Let the galette cool for a few minutes before serving with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, if desired.

This Apple and Pear Galette is a versatile dessert that can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature, offering a delightful combination of crisp pastry and soft, spiced fruit filling.