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Perfect Sour Cherry Almond Galette with Easy Vanilla Ice Cream


  • Author: beaucollier
  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful summer dessert featuring a flaky galette filled with tart sour cherries and topped with creamy vanilla ice cream.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup (30g) almond flour
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 8 tbsp (113g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 34 tbsp ice water
  • 3/4 cup (90g) almond flour (for filling)
  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar (for filling)
  • 1 large egg (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted and cooled (for filling)
  • 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
  • 3 cups (450g) fresh sour cherries, pitted
  • 1/3 cup (67g) granulated sugar (for cherry filling)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for cherry filling)
  • Pinch of salt (for cherry filling)
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Turbinado sugar or coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
  • 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream (for vanilla ice cream)
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk (for vanilla ice cream)
  • 2/3 cup (130g) granulated sugar (for vanilla ice cream)
  • 1 tbsp pure vanilla extract (for vanilla ice cream)
  • Pinch of salt (for vanilla ice cream)

Instructions

  1. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, almond flour, salt, and sugar until combined.
  2. Blend in the Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture and work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Add the Ice Water: Gradually drizzle in the ice water, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Pit the Cherries: Pit the cherries using a cherry pitter or knife.
  5. Mix the Cherry Filling: In a bowl, combine the pitted cherries, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Toss gently and set aside.
  6. Roll Out the Dough: Roll the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rough circle, about 12 inches in diameter.
  7. Layer the Filling: Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet, sprinkle the almond flour over the center, and leave a 2-inch border.
  8. Add the Cherries: Spoon the cherry mixture over the almond flour.
  9. Fold the Edges: Carefully fold the edges of the dough over the filling, overlapping as needed.
  10. Brush with Egg Wash: Brush the exposed edges with the beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
  11. Bake the Galette: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
  12. Whisk the Ice Cream Base: In a bowl, whisk together heavy cream, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until combined.
  13. Chill the Ice Cream: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  14. Churn the Ice Cream: Pour into an ice cream maker and churn according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side for the perfect dessert experience.

  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: galette, cherry dessert, summer dessert, homemade ice cream