Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Prepare the Pastry Dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold cubed butter and work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized pieces. Drizzle ice water and vanilla extract over the mixture, stirring gently until dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Create the Almond Cream:
- Beat softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg, vanilla, and almond extracts, mixing well. Fold in almond flour, all-purpose flour, and salt until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready.
- Prepare the Banana Filling:
- Slice bananas into ¼-inch rounds. Toss with brown sugar, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Let sit 5-10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Assemble the Galette:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread almond cream evenly over the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange banana slices on top in overlapping layers.
- Fold and Bake:
- Fold dough edges over filling, pleating as needed. Brush dough with egg wash, sprinkle sliced almonds and turbinado sugar. Bake 35-40 minutes until crust is golden and filling bubbles. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
- Finish and Serve:
- Cool for at least 15 minutes. Optionally brush with warmed apricot jam for shine. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend.
Almond flour can be replaced with hazelnut flour for a different nutty flavor.
Coconut sugar can replace brown sugar for a deeper caramel note.
Chill dough well for a flaky crust.
Avoid overripe bananas to prevent mushy filling.
Don’t overwork dough to keep it tender.
Leave a proper border to avoid filling leakage.
Use a single layer of bananas to prevent soggy crust.
Underbaking results in a pale crust; bake until golden.
Nutrition (per serving, 1/8 galette)
Calories: 385
Total Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 75mg
Sodium: 95mg
Total Carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 20g
Protein: 6g
Almond flour can be replaced with hazelnut flour for a different nutty flavor.
Coconut sugar can replace brown sugar for a deeper caramel note.
Chill dough well for a flaky crust.
Avoid overripe bananas to prevent mushy filling.
Don’t overwork dough to keep it tender.
Leave a proper border to avoid filling leakage.
Use a single layer of bananas to prevent soggy crust.
Underbaking results in a pale crust; bake until golden.
Nutrition (per serving, 1/8 galette)
Calories: 385
Total Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: 75mg
Sodium: 95mg
Total Carbohydrates: 40g
Dietary Fiber: 3g
Sugars: 20g
Protein: 6g