Galette
French 
Intermediate
DessertGalette: A Rustic Easter Cherry Dessert To Bake At Home
Galette
123 mins
Cooking Time
Intermediate
Difficulty
15
Ingredients
Veg
Diet
Galette is known for its free-form shape and crisp edges, making it one of the most approachable French bakes at home. Unlike structured pies, it allows a relaxed folding style, which suits festive baking during spring gatherings when fresh fruits begin to appear.
This Easter dessert brings together tart cherries and a mild cream cheese layer, creating a balance between sharp and creamy notes. The filling settles into the pastry as it bakes, while the outer crust turns golden and slightly crisp, adding contrast in every bite.
What makes it practical for home baking is the forgiving nature of the dough. Even if the edges are uneven, the final bake still looks appealing, making it a good choice when you want something handmade without spending hours shaping it perfectly.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
For Dough:
1 1/4 cups Refined flour (maida)
1/4 cupCastor sugar
a pinchSalt
1/2 cup Cold butter cubes
2–3 tablespoonsCold milk
For Stuffing:
250 gramsFresh cherries (pitted)
1 1/2 tbspCastor sugar
1/2Lemon
1 tablespoonCorn flour
For cream cheese mixture:
1 cupCream cheese
1 tablespoonCastor sugar
For finishing:
for brushingMilk
for sprinklingCastor sugar
for brushingHoney
for garnishSlivered pistachios