Rustic Pear And Apple Galette Recipe

This delicious Pear and Apple Galette is sure to be a hit! It's filled with cinnamon-spiced fruit wrapped in a buttery and flaky crust. Serve it with a scoop of ice cream, and watch everyone ask for seconds!

Every Thanksgiving, this Pear and Apple Galette makes a grand appearance alongside my famous Easy Pumpkin Pie. Here's a little secret - I always double my Simple Pie Crust Recipe the weekend before Thanksgiving, divide it into discs, and freeze them. This prep work is a game-changer!

I’m a huge fan of galettes, and this pear and apple version is hands-down one of my favorites. The sweetness of the fruit combined with cozy spices is such a perfect pairing. One of the best parts? There’s no need to worry about intricate pie-crimping techniques—galettes are all about that rustic, effortless charm!

For more galette recipes, check out my Mixed Berry Galette, or Heirloom Tomato Galette. 

Ingredients

• Gluten-Free Pie Crust: To save time, make my homemade pie dough in advance and keep it stored in the freezer. This will really help you save time when you want to whip up a quick and delicious dessert.
• Pears: Grab a couple of ripe Bartlett pears or Bosc pears that are slightly soft to the touch. This softness means they’re sweet and flavorful, which will add the perfect taste to your tart. If you select firm pears they may not cook down enough and can end up crunchy. 
• Apple: My favorite apples to use are Honeycrisp or pink lady apples. Both have a nice balance of sweetness and tartness. You can also use whatever kind apples you like.
• Coconut Sugar: You don't need much, but a little coconut sugar adds an extra touch of sweetness. I prefer using coconut sugar since it's unrefined.
• Vanilla Extract: Vanilla adds more flavor and subtle sweetness. You can also use vanilla bean paste if you'd like.
• Cinnamon & Nutmeg: These spices add a ton of warmth and flavor to the fruit mixture.
• Sea Salt: Don't skip adding salt—it helps bring out all the flavors.
• Lemon: A tiny squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a little lightness and brightness. It also helps the fruit from oxidizing.
• Gluten-Free Flour: You'll need a little flour to toss with the fruits to help absorb any liquid and prevent your galette from getting soggy.
• Melted Butter: Look for a grass-fed unsalted butter like Kerrygold. I recommend melting your butter in the oven not in the microwave.
• Egg: You will need an egg yolk and a splash of water to make the egg wash. This will help the crust get a nice golden brown.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

Substitutions And Variations

• Sweetener: If you don't have coconut sugar, you can swap it out for brown sugar, or regular granulated sugar.
• Fruit: If you don't like pears or apples, you can use any stone fruit that you enjoy.
• Spices: Feel free to adjust the spices or add your favorites. A pinch of cardamom would be nice, or feel free to use apple pie spice.

How To Make An Apple Pear Galette

This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Step 1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees f. and remove the pastry dough from the fridge and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. 

Step 2. In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced pears, apples, coconut sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, melted butter, gluten-free flour, and lemon juice and gently toss to combine, then set aside.

Step 3. Place the dough between two sheets of parchment paper and use a rolling pin to roll the galette dough out into a 12-inch circle that is about ⅛ inch thick.

Step 4. Peel one side of the parchment paper off, and place the other sheet of parchment paper with the dough on a large baking sheet.

Step 5. Spoon the fruit filling onto the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border around the edge of the dough.

Step 6. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed to create a rustic edge. 

Step 7. In a small bowl, add 1 egg and a splash of water. Whisk to combine. Using a pastry brush, gently brush the top of the dough with the egg wash and then sprinkle the dough with coconut sugar or your favorite coarse sugar.

Step 8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Allow the galette to cool for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Expert Tips And Notes

• Fancy Pants: If you want to uplevel your dessert, rather than scooping out the fruit mixture, you can place the slices of pear and apple in concentric circles.
• The Dough Is Forgiving: If it tears while you’re folding the edges of the crust, no worries— just pinch a bit of extra dough over any tears, and it’ll come together perfectly.

Serving Suggestions For Pear And Apple Galette

This is the perfect dessert to serve at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any fall gathering. You can serve it warm or at room temperature. Here are a few ideas for you.

• Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
• Whip some heavy cream, vanilla, and coconut sugar to make homemade whipped cream to serve on top of the fruit.
• Pair with an Iced Maple Latte, Pumpkin Spice Latte, apple cider, or your favorite tea or coffee.