1️⃣ Make the Crust
In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and sugar.
Cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.
Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill 30 mins.
2️⃣ Prep the Apples
Toss apple slices with brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cornstarch.
3️⃣ Assemble the Galette
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Roll dough into a 12-inch circle on parchment paper.
Arrange apples in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
Fold edges over apples, pleating as you go.
4️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
Brush crust with egg wash, sprinkle with coarse sugar.
Bake 35-40 mins until crust is golden and apples are tender.
5️⃣ Serve Warm!
Let cool 10 mins, then slice and serve with ice cream.
π₯ Pro Tips
πΉ Keep butter cold – For a flaky crust.
πΉ Slice apples evenly – Ensures even cooking.
πΉ Freeze extra dough – For quick future pies!
π½️ Serving Ideas
Γ la mode – With caramel sauce
Brunch-worthy – Pair with coffee
Gift it – Wrap in parchment with twine
π Variations
Pear & ginger – Swap apples for pears + fresh ginger
Savory version – Use cheese + caramelized onions
Berry galette – Mixed berries + orange zest
π¦ Storage Tips
Room temp: 1 day (best fresh).
Fridge: 3 days (reheat in oven).
Freeze: Before baking, freeze unbaked galette, then bake from frozen (+10 mins).
Final Verdict: Simplicity at Its Tastiest! ✨
This rustic, buttery, apple-packed pie proves that imperfect can be perfect. Just like Mom used to make—only easier!
Ready to bake? Roll out that dough! π