French Galette des Rois with Almond Cream Filling
A classic French pastry, Galette des Rois, featuring a flaky puff pastry filled with luscious almond cream, traditionally enjoyed during the Epiphany.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Almond Cream
- 1
Cream butter and sugar
Cream the softened butter with sugar until light and fluffy.
- 2
Add almond flour and eggs
Mix in the almond flour, followed by the eggs one at a time.
- 3
Incorporate vanilla and flour
Stir in the vanilla extract and all-purpose flour until smooth.
Tip: ⚠ Important: Ensure the almond cream is well-mixed with no lumps.
Preparing the Puff Pastry
- 1
Roll first sheet
Roll out one puff pastry sheet into a circle, about 30cm diameter.
- 2
Roll second sheet
Repeat with the second sheet.
- 3
Chill sheets
Chill both pastry sheets while preparing the filling.
Tip: 💡 Pro Tip: Rest the pastry sheets in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before assembling.
How to Make French Galette des Rois with Almond Cream Filling
Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 8 servings
- 1
Assembly and Sealing
Spread the almond cream onto one pastry circle, leaving a 2cm border. Hide the fève in the cream if desired. Cover with the second pastry sheet and seal edges.
- 2
Decorative Elements
Score the top with a knife in your preferred pattern, taking care not to cut through the pastry.
- 3
Final Glaze
Brush the top with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- 4
Baking
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 30 minutes until golden brown.
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