This Healthy Peach Galette is a simple and delicious dessert perfect for showcasing the sweetness of fresh peaches. This galette requires only a handful of ingredients. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
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This healthy peach galette is a free form tart that's made with a simple buttery pastry crust and filled with juicy peach slices. This type of galette is a great way to showcase the flavor of fresh peaches, especially during the summer months when they're in season.
This delicious dessert can be served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for a decadent treat. It's perfect for entertaining guests or as a special dessert for a family dinner.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- With just a few basic ingredients and simple instructions, this recipe is easy to follow and perfect for beginner bakers.
- This recipe uses monk fruit sweetener instead of regular sugar, making it a healthier option for those watching their sugar intake.
- The combination of the buttery crust and sweet, tangy peach filling is irresistible. Plus, it's a great way to showcase the fresh, juicy flavors of summer fruit.
- Despite its simplicity, a peach galette is a beautiful and impressive dessert.
Ingredients You'll Need
- Peaches: Fresh, ripe peaches are sliced and used as the filling for the galette.
- Cornstarch: Added to the peach filling to thicken it and create a syrupy texture.
- Monk Fruit Sweetener: This natural sweetener is used to sweeten both the peach filling and the crust.
- All-Purpose Flour: This is the base of the crust and provides the structure for the galette.
- Salt: Just a pinch of salt is added to enhance the flavor of the crust.
- Salted Butter: The butter is cut into small cubes and added to the flour mixture to create a flaky and tender crust.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: The Greek yogurt adds moisture and a tangy flavor to the crust. If you prefer, you can use this low calorie pie crust recipe for the galette crust.
- Eggs: Brushed onto the crust.
Step-By-Step Instructions
For The Filling:
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425 °F.
Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, cornstarch, and monk fruit sweetener. Toss the mixture until the peaches are coated evenly. Set aside the filling while you prepare the crust.
For The Crust:
Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until well combined.
Step 2: Add the cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your hands to blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, monk fruit sweetener, and egg until smooth.
Step 4: Pour the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together in a ball.
Step 5: On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rough circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the rolled out dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 6: Place the peach filling in the center of the dough, leaving about 2 inches of space around the edges.
Step 7: Fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling, leaving the center exposed.
Step 8: Brush the egg onto the crust, then sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 25 minutes, or until crust is lightly browned.
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Expert Tips
- Use ripe but firm peaches. Look for peaches that are fragrant and have a slight give when pressed. They should be firm enough to hold their shape when sliced.
- Use a light hand when rolling out the dough. Be gentle when rolling out the dough to avoid tearing or stretching it too thin.
- Leave a border when filling the galette. Leave a border of about 2 inches around the edge of the dough when adding the peach filling. This will allow you to fold the edges up and over the filling to create the rustic, free-form shape.
- Use cornstarch to thicken the filling. Tossing the peach slices with cornstarch and monk fruit sweetener before adding them to the galette will help to thicken the juices and prevent them from making the crust soggy.
- Brush the crust with egg wash. This will give the crust a golden brown color and a shiny finish.
- Let the galette cool before slicing. Allow the galette to cool for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing it. This will allow the filling to set and prevent it from spilling out when you cut into it.
Variations
- Add spices: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the peach filling for a warm and cozy flavor.
- Use different fruits: Swap the peaches for other fruits, such as apples, pears, berries, or plums, depending on what's in season.
- Add nuts: Sprinkle chopped nuts, such as almonds or pecans, over the peach filling before baking for added texture and flavor.
- Make mini galettes: Instead of one large galette, divide the dough into smaller portions and make individual mini galettes.
Storing & Freezing
Storing: Once baked, let the rustic peach galette cool completely before storing it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. After that, store it in the refrigerator for an additional 2-3 days.
Freezing: You can freeze the rustic peach galette either before or after baking it. To freeze before baking, assemble the galette and freeze it on a baking sheet until solid, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. To bake, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed.
To freeze after baking, let the galette cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag for up to 2-3 months. To serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it in the oven at 350 °F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
Recipe FAQ's
Yes, you can use frozen peaches, but make sure to thaw them completely and drain off any excess liquid before using them in the galette.
Yes, you can use different types of flour, such as whole wheat flour or almond flour, but the texture and flavor of the crust may be slightly different.
Yes, you can make the dough up to 2 days ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Yes, you can skip the egg wash, but it won't have the same shiny and golden brown appearance.
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Special Equipment
Ingredients
For Filling
- 5 medium peaches peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon monk fruit sweetener
For Crust
- 2 ¼ cups all purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 12 tablespoons salted butter cut into small ¼-inch cubes
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ tablespoon monk fruit sweetener
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced peaches, cornstarch, and monk fruit sweetener. Toss the mixture until the peaches are coated evenly. Set aside the filling while you prepare the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt until well combined.
- Add the cubed butter to the bowl and use a pastry cutter or your hands to blend the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse sand.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, monk fruit sweetener, and egg until smooth.
- Pour the yogurt mixture into the flour mixture and stir until the dough comes together in a ball.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a rough circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the rolled out dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place the peach filling in the center of the dough, leaving about 2 inches of space around the edges.
- Fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling, leaving the center exposed.
- Brush the egg onto the crust, then sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 25 minutes, or until crust is lightly browned.
Notes
- Look for peaches that are fragrant and have a slight give when pressed. They should be firm enough to hold their shape when sliced.
- Be gentle when rolling out the dough to avoid tearing or stretching it too thin.
- Leave a border of about 2 inches around the edge of the dough when adding the peach filling. This will allow you to fold the edges up and over the filling to create the rustic, free-form shape.
- Tossing the peach slices with cornstarch and monk fruit sweetener before adding them to the galette will help to thicken the juices and prevent them from making the crust soggy.
- Brush the crust with egg wash. This will give the crust a golden brown color and a shiny finish.
- Allow the galette to cool for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing it. This will allow the filling to set and prevent it from spilling out when you cut into it.
- Storing: Once baked, let the rustic peach galette cool completely before storing it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. After that, store it in the refrigerator for an additional 2-3 days.
- Freezing: You can freeze the rustic peach galette either before or after baking it. To freeze before baking, assemble the galette and freeze it on a baking sheet until solid, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. To bake, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake as directed.
- To freeze after baking, let the galette cool completely, then wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and store it in a freezer bag for up to 2-3 months. To serve, let it thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat it in the oven at 350 °F for 10-15 minutes until warmed through.
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Actual nutritional content will vary with brands used, measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
Neha
Wow I never tried making yogurt crust before this and I am loving this idea. Trying it out soon.
Elizabeth
I love any and all peach desserts, and this one looks especially delicious! 😀
Ramona
Made this galette but used plums instead of peaches. To die for! Definitely a winner over here. the pastry came out beautiful too. Great recipe , thanks for sharing!
Lathiya
The peach galette looks spectacular. The crust looks amazing and the juicy peaches add the luscious flavor.
Candiss
I love galettes and this peach one looks like a dream. Using Greek Yogurt in the crust sounds like a great twist on a normal pastry dough!
Jenni LeBaron
You're a girl after my own heart with this peach galette recipe! Peaches are my absolute favorite summer stone fruit and we have been positively living off of galettes this summer. I can't get enough. I love the fact that you use Greek yogurt in your crust!
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness
I have always wanted to try making a galette!! This one looks so good! Peach season is almost over, so I better get cooking!!
Jeannette (Jay Joy)
This peach galette with Greek yogurt crust truly looks like an easy to follow recipe. Thanks for the step by step instructions, I need them nice and simple for me. Gracias! I love a quick dessert for my family!
Emily
I don't want peach season to end because I want to make this over and over -- so good!!
Stine Mari
Making a galette is such a nice way of using a lot of fruit or berries. I also love the beautiful rustic look. This peach galette looks scrumptious!
Renu
I have never made galette and with peach still in season this looks like a perfect recipe to start for new galette bakers like me.
Kelly Anthony
Peach desserts are my favorite and I think I'm going to make this galette before I can't find any more fresh peaches.
Jacqui Debono
Peaches are my favorite. This will make a really nice alternative to cobbler!