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Easy Strawberry Galette - Rustic free form tart with fresh strawberries and flaky crust

Easy Strawberry Galette

A delightful and easy rustic free form tart made with fresh strawberries, perfect for a quick and impressive dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, French
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Galette
  • 1 piece pie crust (homemade or store bought)
  • 2-3 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced Adjust quantity to preference.
  • 1-2 tablespoons sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Helps thicken juices.
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 piece egg (for egg wash) or a little milk or cream Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling the crust.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Roll out the crust into a rough circle, about 12 inches wide.
  4. Mix the strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and salt.
  5. Dump the fruit mixture into the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border.
  6. Fold the edges of the dough up over the fruit, pleating as you go.
  7. Brush the crust with egg wash, and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  8. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.
Cooling
  1. Let the galette cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing to avoid juices running everywhere.

Notes

For variation, add up to 1.5 cups of sliced rhubarb for a strawberry rhubarb version. Adjust sweetness as necessary. Use parchment paper to catch drips and make transfer easy.