Cherry and Raspberry Galette: A Simple and Delicious Summer Treat

This cherry raspberry galette captures the essence of summer with its fresh, juicy fillings and rustic, flaky crust. Made with vibrant cherries and tart raspberries, the natural flavors of the fruit are enhanced with a touch of sugar, vanilla, and lemon juice. The crust, subtly flavored with orange zest, perfectly complements the filling, creating a dessert that is not only beautiful to look at but delicious to eat.

Why you'll love this: Galette is the perfect dessert for those who love the idea of ​​making pies but prefer a simpler version. Its free-form shape means perfection isn’t required, which adds to its rustic charm. The combination of cherries and raspberries provides a delicious balance of sweetness and tartness, while the crispy crust provides a satisfying contrast to the soft, juicy filling.

Perfect opportunity: This galette is perfect for casual summer get-togethers, picnics, or as a sweet ending to a backyard barbecue. It's also a great choice for a warming family dessert or when you want to impress your guests with something that looks gourmet but is incredibly easy to make.

Ingredients:

• For the dough:
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 115 g cold butter, cut into cubes
  • 1 tablespoon of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • The zest of an orange
  • 1/4 cup cold water
• For filling:
  • 1 cup pitted cherries (some halved, some whole)
  • 1/2 cup raspberries
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Juice of 1/2 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

1. Start by making the dough: In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, salt and orange zest. Add the cold, diced butter and mix with your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse sand, making sure that bits of butter remain visible. Gradually add the cold water, mixing until the dough comes together. Refrigerate the dough while you prepare the filling.
2. For the filling, toss pitted cherries and raspberries with sugar, vanilla, lemon juice and cornstarch. Set aside to blend flavors.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into a rough circle about 1/8-inch thick. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Pile the fruit mixture in the centre of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Gently fold the edges of the dough over the filling, creasing if necessary.
5. Brush the dough with beaten egg and sprinkle with additional sugar.
6. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
7. Let cool slightly before serving. You can optionally accompany this dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an even more delicious treat.

Enjoy this cherry and raspberry galette, a delicious blend of summer flavors wrapped in a crispy, buttery crust!