Here is a recipe for a beautiful rustic dessert - puff pastry Peach and Rosemary galette - that combines a buttery puff pastry, sweet peaches, the tangy note of lime, and a delightful flavor of rosemary. It is a must-make dessert during the summer months!
It has been about two to three years since I discovered this peach galette recipe by "surfing" through the Instagram page of Valérie, who runs a beautiful food blog in French.
Looking for a sweet treat to finish a BBQ or dinner party? This peach galette is your answer: it is one of the best go-to desserts during the busy entertaining summer months. It is not so fancy, but impressive and lovely!
And you cannot go wrong with this easy peach galette recipe! You can whip up a batch of the galette on a whim and serve it right from the oven. Both kids and adults adore it.
Yes, you need is to make this galette! It is a delight, a feast in the mouth! I am not even talking about the joy of the brain's pleasure center! There is only one phrase to describe the galette: it is pure deliciousness!
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A secret ingredient of puff pastry peach galette
If you look at the ingredients' list, you will notice fresh rosemary that is mostly used for savory dishes. Still, you need to try this galette to understand how peaches and rosemary harmonize in the dessert.
This is an intriguing combination of the herb with a summer fruit, but this match is heavenly delicious.
What is galette?
Galette is a rustic free-form pie/tart that is folded around the edges and filled with summer fruit. It is a stress-free dessert that does not require a pie/tart tin.
Naturally folded edges of the crust bring a charm to the galette. So, if you crave a fruit pie/tart, but do not want to be stress out, the galette is a perfect option for you.
Galette crust variations
Use a store-bought puff pastry to make this peach galette and save time! For the best homemade puff pastry, please, click here.
If you look for a buttery and flaky galette crust, which is perfect for both sweet and savory galettes, do not look any further than this All-Purpose Galette Dough from Fine Cooking or Galette Dough from Food & Wine.
Three-ingredient galette crust recipe (water, butter, flour) and the most comprehensive guide to making a Flaky All-butter Galette Crust offers Cynthia from chiceats.com.
Try another delicious buttery galette crust with adding egg yolk to the dough from Foolproof living. Or follow a recipe from Kitchn and add ground white cornmeal to the galette dough.
Why this peach galette recipe works
- Making the galette is a breeze thanks to store-bought puff pastry.
- Use of other seasonal stone fruits such as nectarines, apricots gives you room for improvisation and creativity.
- Sweet peaches are tossed in the lime and rosemary-infused syrup that let the flavors intensify and perfume peaches.
- Brushing with beaten egg and a sprinkle of caster sugar on the folds, complete the look and add crunch with golden color to the galette.
Ingredients
Here is a quick overview of what ingredients you will need. Follow the full recipe below for detailed amounts and instructions. I recommend making this recipe as written for the best results.
Limes: use untreated organic limes to make the galette. To make the zest, use a special zester grater.
Sugar: the recipe calls for regular granulated white sugar.
Peaches: use under-ripe peaches that will soften during baking. You do not need to peel the peaches. Replace them with nectarines that work equally well.
Rosemary: you will need two large sprigs and ½ teaspoon of rosemary leaves. This ingredient is the star of the galette!
Puff pastry: use a store-bought butter-based puff pastry.
Butter: the recipe calls for unsalted butter—no need to soften it.
Whipping cream: to make the firm whipped cream use cold whipping cream.
Large whole egg, cornflour.
How to make puff pastry peach galette step by step
Preheat oven to 350 F/180 C. To toss peaches, in a large bowl, mix lime juice made out of two limes, granulated sugar, 7 long strips made by peeling the lime skin, and rosemary sprigs.
Add peaches, stoned and cut into ½ cm-thick slices (about 300 g net weight). Soak peaches in the lime and rosemary-infused syrup at room temperature for 40 minutes to 2 hours (photo 1).
Drain peaches with a colander over a small saucepan, and discard the rosemary and lime peel. You should get about 60 ml of peach syrup. Set aside and keep it for later.
Roll out the puff pastry under ⅕ inches/1/2 cm think into a ten inches/26 cm-wide circle, then place on a baking sheet lined with the parchment paper.
Arrange strained peaches in the middle of the puff pastry. Place them haphazardly or going around the circle like for an apple pie (photo 2).
Leave a clear 2 inches/5 cm border all around the edge. Then fold this 5 cm rim up and over the fruit, slightly covering peaches. Place small butter cubes over peaches. Brush folds of the puff pastry all over with the beaten egg (photo 3).
Sprinkle folds of the pastry with 1 tablespoon of sugar and bake for 20 minutes. Watch out for the golden edges of the pastry and bubbling of the filling.
While the galette is baking, whisk cornflour into the reserved peach syrup. Heat over medium-high heat 2 minutes until it thickens (the consistency has to look like honey).
Then pour this preparation over half-baked peaches. Sprinkle the rosemary leaves on top and bake for the other 15 minutes until the pastry is golden and the filling bubbling (photo 4).
To make the lime whipped cream, whisk whipping cream with sugar and lime zest, refrigerate till serving (photo 5).
Take the galette out of the oven, let it cool slightly. Serve the galette with the lime-infused whipped cream on top (photo 6).
Expert tips
- Dry the strained peaches on a paper towel. It will prevent the puff pastry from undercooking because of the excess of the peach syrup.
- Leave a border around peaches to easily wrap the edges around the fruit.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to serve puff pastry peach galette
Slice up the galette as a pie and serve each slice alone or accompany with a dollop of plain or lime infused whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Can you make the galette in advance?
Yes, you can make this peach galette one day ahead. It is tasty the next day!
More delicious summer recipes you will love
- Bite-Size Red Fruit Muffins
- Easy Cherry Clafoutis
- Coconut Dacquoise Cake Recipe
- Plum Pavlova With Red Wine Sauce
Please, note that the recipe was primarily developed using gram measurements for the high precision and then converted to the US volume and weight measurements. I recommend using a kitchen scale for accuracy and the best results.
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Puff Pastry Peach And Rosemary Galette
Here is a recipe for a beautiful rustic dessert - puff pastry Peach and Rosemary galette - that combines a buttery puff pastry, sweet peaches, the tangy note of lime, and a delightful flavor of rosemary. It is a must-make dessert during the summer months!
- Total Time: 1 hour, 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Tarts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
For the galette:
- 2 limes
- ¼ cup + 1 teaspoon (60 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large firm peaches
- 2 large sprigs rosemary
- ½ teaspoon rosemary leaves
- 7 oz (200 g) puff pastry
- 2 teaspoons (10 g) unsalted butter
- 1 egg
- ¼ teaspoon cornflour
For the lime whipped cream:
- ⅔ cup (155 g) whipping cream
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350 F/180 C. To toss peaches, in a large bowl, mix lime juice made out of two limes, granulated sugar, 7 long strips made by peeling the lime skin, and rosemary sprigs. Add peaches, stoned and cut into ⅕ inches/1/2 cm-thick slices (about 10.5 oz (300 g) net weight). Soak peaches in the lime and rosemary-infused syrup at room temperature for 40 minutes to 2 hours.
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Drain peaches with a colander over a small saucepan, and discard the rosemary and lime peel. You should get about 60 ml of peach syrup. Set aside and keep for later.
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Roll out the puff pastry under ⅕ inches/1/2 cm think into a 10 inches/26 cm-wide circle, then place on a baking sheet lined with the parchment paper. Arrange strained peaches in the middle of the puff pastry. Place them haphazardly or going around the circle like for an apple pie. Leave a clear 2 inches/5 cm border all around the edge. Then fold this 5 cm rim up and over the fruit, slightly covering them. Place small butter cubes over peaches. Brush folds of the puff pastry all over with the beaten egg. Sprinkle folds of the pastry with 1 tablespoon of sugar and bake for 20 minutes. Watch out for the golden edges of the pastry and bubbling of the filling.
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While the galette is baking, whisk cornflour into the reserved peach syrup. Heat over a medium-high heat 2 minutes until it thickens (the consistency has to look like honey). Then pour this preparation over half-baked peaches. Sprinkle the rosemary leaves on top and bake for the other 15 minutes until the pastry is golden and the filling bubbling.
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To make the lime whipped cream, whisk whipping cream with sugar and lime zest, refrigerate till serving.
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Take the galette out of the oven, let it cool slightly. Serve the galette with the lime-infused whipped cream on top.
Notes
- Dry the strained peaches on a paper towel. It will prevent the puff pastry from undercooking because of the excess of the peach syrup.
- Leave a border around peaches to easily wrap the edges around the fruit.
Nutrition
- Calories: 267
- Sugar: 15.2 g
- Sodium: 103 mg
- Fat: 14.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 1.6 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 31 mg
Keywords: peach galette, puff pastry peach galette, easy peach galette, rosemary dessert recipe
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The recipe was adapted from https://www.cestmafournee.com/. It was originally published on August 05, 2018. The recipe has been revised to include improved content and photos. All posted pictures are mine.
Beth says
This is so elegant! I can't wait to wow some party guest with this dish at my next house party!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
I agree with you that this rustic galette looks elegant. Enjoy yourself and spoil your guests!:)
Sharon says
This galette recipe is just the dessert I've been looking for this summer! Sweet peaches and tart lime with a buttery crust, it's perfection!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Sharon, here we go! I hope you will love the recipe. Enjoy!
Patty at Spoonabilities says
This dessert looks seriously amazing! I never thought of adding rosemary to a dessert but this totally sounds SO good!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Yes, this savory note of fresh rosemary makes the kitchen full of flavors and brings the dessert to heaven.
Sylvie says
This recipe has everything that i love: a buttery, crunchy pastry, delicious fruits, a pop of flavour from the lime, the smell from the rosemary,... I will dream about this galette tonight, and cannot wait to try it myself!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Sylvie, you will love this galette. Just make it and enjoy!:)
michelle says
This looks absolutely delicious. I love baking with fresh fruit and can't wait to try out this recipe!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Thank you Michelle! Let us catch up summer fruit to make amazing desserts!
Caroline says
I love making galettes and the additional flavors in with the peaches here sound delicious.
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Thank you Caroline! This galette is amazingly delicious!
Sapana says
I've been looking for a peach galette recipe so I can use up these fresh peaches sitting on my counter. This is definitely it! Love that you used fresh rosemary - so good!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Sapana, this peach galette is so easy to make. Enjoy!:)
Cindy @ A Uniquely Edible Magic says
This combination is so unique and refreshing! Love Yotam Ottolenghi's desserts.
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
I agree with you, Cindy! I would like to visit his restaurant NOPI in London one day.
Natalie says
I love peach desserts! This galette looks and sounds so delicious - such a great summer treat ♥
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Tatiana says
Oh my goodness ?. Thank you for this recipe Irina! This sounds SO GOOD! Something very unique and colorful. Need to try it out.
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
I hope you will love the recipe Tatiana! Let me know how it turns out!
Alison says
Those peaches look divine! I love fresh and fruity desserts.
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Enjoy Alison!:)
Kate says
Wow! This looks like the most perfect unique summer dessert recipe, can't wait to try it! Such a great idea.
Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
Thank you Kate! It is one of my favorite desserts during summertime. Enjoy!:)
SHANIKA says
I love making Galettes! They are so easy and delicious! But i'm especially loving the combo of peaches, rosemary, and lime in this recipe! Sounds so good!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
This galette is really GOOD! Enjoy!:)
cheflolaskitchen says
Have a bbq party coming up, surely trying this one!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
You will WOW your guests! Enjoy!:)
Liz says
I've been obsessed with peaches lately. I can't get enough! This galette tart is the next thing on my list!
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Irina | Baking Like a Chef says
WOW! I am happy to hear! You will love this peach galette! Guaranteed!