Saturday, August 13, 2016

Peach Galette with Vanilla Whipped Cream

Galettes - for when doing a pie sounds like too much work. This is a rustic little pastry that doesn't require much in the way of fuss or cleanup, but still tastes outstanding and looks good enough for company. If peaches aren't in season, this recipe adapts well to plums, pears, berries, etc.


Peach Galette

1 Simple Pie Crust
3 large peaches, sliced thinly
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger
Optional: whipped cream for topping (see recipe below)


Preheat oven to 375F.

Mix sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and ginger in a large bowl. Add in peach slices and toss until completely coated. Set aside.

Line baking sheet with parchment or silicone baking pad, roll out pie crust onto baking sheet. Pile peaches in center of crust, leaving at least 2 inches on all sides. Fold crust up and over edges of peaches to form galette.

Bake 35-40 min, until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Let cool at least 15 minutes before slicing to serve. Serve with fresh whipped cream, garnish with mint leaf.



Vanilla Whipped Cream

1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese

Combine all ingredients in mixing bowl, beat on medium high until soft peaks form. Chill until needed.