By Wendy Stoltz and Hristina Polk / Last Modified On March 8, 2023

This effortless and impressive gluten-free galette is such a wonderful French dessert. This rustic pie requires minimal effort and is such an elegant dessert. You'll enjoy the sweet bursts of apple in a delicious buttery pie crust.

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Gluten-Free Galette Recipe

I like to think of this as a shortcut to gluten-free apple pie. It is such an easy recipe, but it is always such a showstopper.

What I love about this dessert is you can make my gluten-free pie crust in advance or make a few in bulk. Then all you need to do is defrost it when you want to make this delicious gluten-free apple galette.

I have also included a note by the directions if you want to make a berry galette. Follow the step-by-step directions, and you'll enjoy this gluten-free apple tart shortly.

Why You’re Going to Love This Gluten-Free Galette

Quick to make - This gluten-free galette is quicker to make than the traditional apple pie.

Impressive-looking dessert - This GF galette always looks impressive whether you are entertaining or having it for a special holiday like Christmas or Thanksgiving.

Easy to make - Traditional pies require a pie dish and shaping it. This is a rustic pie that has its own character, as no pie dish is required.

Ingredients in Gluten-Free Galette

For The Filling:

Apples - 2-3 Apples, thinly sliced.

Lemon - 1 tsp lemon juice.

Sugar - Granulated sugar and brown sugar.

Spices - Cinnamon and cardamom.

Extract - 1 tsp vanilla extract.

Cornstarch - 2 tsp cornstarch.

For The Assembly:

Gluten-Free Pie Crust - ½ batch gluten-free pie crust dough

Egg - 1 egg, beaten.

Water - 1 tsp water.

Sugar - 1 tbsp granulated sugar.

Butter - 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces.

Ice Cream - Vanilla ice cream for serving.

Equipment Needed for This Gluten-Free Galette

Baking sheets - These non-stick baking sheets are useful, and they come in 3 sizes.

Mixing bowls - These Pyrex mixing bowls come in handy.

Pastry brush - Use this pastry brush to apply the egg to the pastry.

If you have any questions about making a gluten-free galette, please leave a comment, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

How to Make Gluten-Free Galette

Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a flat baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples, lemon juice, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Toss to combine and set aside.
Roll out the pie crust on the flat baking sheet lined with parchment. Place the apples in the middle of the dough, leaving about 2 inches of space on the sides.
Fold the sides inwards and pinch to stay put. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
Beat the egg and brush the sides of the galette. Sprinkle sugar all over the egg, and if the dough seems to get warm, refrigerate for another 5 minutes.
Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes or until the dough is deep golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
Remove from the oven when done, and let it cool a bit. Serve warm or room temperature with vanilla ice cream scoop on top and garnish with lemon zest.

If you prefer a Berry Galette, combine 2 cups of berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) + 1 tbsp Lemon Zest + 1 tbsp Water + Tbsp Corn Starch + 1 tbsp vanilla extract. Toss to combine and continue with the recipe.

These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions in a gluten-free galette, please see the complete recipe below.

Tips for Making the Best Gluten-Free Galette

Use egg wash and sugar - Use egg wash and sugar on the crust, so it goes extra crispy and brown.

Make sure the pie crust is cold - It is important that the pie crust remains cool prior to baking it.

Make sure the apples are bubbling - To ensure the GF galette is ready, the apples must be bubbling.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Do I Store Gluten-Free Galette?

Store the GF galette in an airtight container for up to 10 days in the fridge.

Can I Freeze Gluten-Free Galette?

Yes, you can freeze the GF galette once it has cooled. Place it in plastic wrap and a Ziplock bag. It can be frozen for a couple of weeks.

Can You Make This Gluten-Free Galette Ahead of Time?

Yes, you can. I make the dough ahead of time and then freeze it. It freezes well for up to 3 months. I then take the dough out when I make this GF galette.

What Substitutions / Replacements Can I Make in This Gluten-Free Galette?

Dairy-Free - Make sure the crust is dairy free, and you use a butter replacement for the filling. If you use ice cream for serving, make sure it is dairy-free.

What Apples Are Best In A Galette?

Use apples that are firm and tart. The varieties you can use are Pink Lady, Piñata Apples, or Golden delicious.

Do You Need To Peel The Apples Before Baking?

This is something you need to decide on as it goes down to personal preference. I prefer not to peel my apples. But others prefer to say that the apples meld together better when peeled.

What Is The Difference Between A Crostata And A Galette?

So, the short answer is that it is the exact same thing. Crostata is Italian, and Galette is French for this gluten-free galette.

What Can You Use As Filling In This Gluten-Free Galette Crust?

You can have either a sweet or savory galette. Here are some ideas:

Blueberry lemon galette filling
Sour cherry sauce
Walnut and buckwheat tart filling
Rhubarb tart filling
Pear and brie tart filling
Tomato tart filling

Yield: 6 servings

Gluten-Free Galette

Name: Gluten-Free Galette
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2-3 Apples, thinly sliced; 1 tsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 2 tbsp brown sugar; ¼ tsp cinnamon; ¼ tsp cardamom; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 tsp cornstarch; ½ batch gluten-free pie crust; 1 egg, beaten; 1 tsp water; 1 tbsp granulated sugar; 1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces; Vanilla ice cream, for serving

This effortless and impressive gluten-free galette is such a wonderful French dessert. This rustic pie requires minimal effort and is such a cozy dessert. You'll enjoy the sweet bursts of apple in a delicious buttery pie crust.

Prep Time 30 minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes

Total Time 50 minutes

Ingredients

For The Fillling:

2-3 Apples, thinly sliced
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tbsp granulated sugar
2 tbsp brown sugar
¼ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp cardamom
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp cornstarch

For The Assembly

½ batch gluten-free pie crust
1 egg, beaten
1 tsp water
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp cold butter, cut into small pieces
Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a flat baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the apples, lemon juice, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Toss to combine and set aside.
Roll out the pie crust on the flat baking sheet lined with parchment. Place the apples in the middle of the dough, leaving about 2 inches of space on the sides.
Fold the sides inwards and pinch to stay put. Refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
Beat the egg and brush the sides of the galette. Sprinkle sugar all over the egg, and if the dough seems to get warm, refrigerate for another 5 minutes.
Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes or until the dough is deep golden brown and the apples are bubbling.
Remove from the oven when done, and let it cool a bit. Serve warm or room temperature with vanilla ice cream scoop on top and garnish with lemon zest.

Notes

Pie crust - Use my gluten-free pie crust for this recipe
Berry Galette - If you prefer a Berry Galette, combine 2 cups of berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries) + 1 tbsp Lemon Zest + 1 tbsp Water + Tbsp Corn Starch + 1 tbsp vanilla extract. Toss to combine and continue with the recipe.

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