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Easy Fresh Strawberry Galette with Vanilla Glaze

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A simple, rustic summer dessert featuring a flaky buttery crust filled with fresh strawberries and topped with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or a casual treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 8 tablespoons (113g) cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice-cold water
  • 3 cups (450g) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (60g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: coarse sugar for sprinkling on crust
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour and salt. Add cold cubed butter and cut into flour using a pastry cutter or two forks until mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits.
  2. Drizzle 3 tablespoons ice-cold water over mixture and stir gently until dough starts to come together. Add extra tablespoon of water if needed. Do not overwork dough.
  3. Shape dough into a flat disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Toss sliced strawberries with sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a medium bowl. Set aside to macerate for about 15 minutes.
  5. On a lightly floured surface, roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle about 1/8 inch thick. Transfer to parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Spoon strawberry mixture onto center of dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating to create rustic edge. Brush crust with milk or cream and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake galette for 35-40 minutes until crust is golden and filling is bubbling. Check after 30 minutes to prevent overbrowning.
  8. While galette bakes, whisk powdered sugar, milk or cream, and vanilla extract until smooth to make glaze.
  9. Once galette is cool enough to handle (about 15 minutes), drizzle vanilla glaze over top. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired, slice, and serve.

Notes

Keep butter and water cold for flaky crust. Do not overmix dough to avoid toughness. Roll dough gently and patch any cracks. Check baking after 30 minutes to prevent burning. Let galette cool before glazing to avoid glaze melting off. For gluten-free option, substitute almond flour. For dairy-free, use coconut oil and plant-based milk.

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Keywords: strawberry galette, vanilla glaze, summer dessert, easy galette, fresh strawberries, flaky crust, rustic dessert

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