Galette des Rois is a traditional French dessert that celebrates the Epiphany, but this pistachio version is a refined and delicious reinterpretation of the traditional recipe. The classic frangipane cream is enriched with the unique flavor of pistachio, transforming this dessert into a truly regal experience.
Ingredients (for 6-8 people)
For the galette:
2 rolls of round puff pastry
1 egg (for brushing)
1 whole broad bean or almond (optional, by tradition)
For the pistachio frangipane cream:
100 g of soft butter
100 g of icing sugar
100 g of almond flour
2 eggs
2 tablespoons of pistachio paste (or 50 g of finely chopped pistachios)
20 g of 00 flour
20 ml of milk
To decorate (optional):
Pistachio grains
Icing sugar
Preparation
- Prepare the pistachio frangipane cream:
In a bowl, work the soft butter with the icing sugar until you obtain a smooth cream.
Add the eggs, one at a time, continuing to mix.
Incorporate the almond flour, pistachio paste and 00 flour, mixing until you obtain a smooth mixture.
Add milk to make the cream slightly softer. - Assemble the galette:
Lay out the first disk of puff pastry on a baking sheet lined with baking paper.
Spread the pistachio frangipane cream in the center of the disk, leaving a free edge of about 2-3 cm.
If you want to follow tradition, hide a broad bean or a whole almond in the cream.
Cover with the second disk of puff pastry and seal the edges well, pressing with a fork or rolling the edges inward.
Brush the surface with the beaten egg.
Using the tip of a knife, create delicate decorative patterns on the surface without cutting the pastry.
- Bake:
Preheat the oven to 180°C.
Bake the galette for 30-35 minutes, or until golden and puffed up.
- Decorate and serve:
Let the galette cool slightly before dusting it with icing sugar and adding chopped pistachios on the surface.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
Tips:
Substitutions: If you can’t find pistachio paste, finely blend the pistachios with a little icing sugar to obtain an artisanal paste.
Accompaniment: Serve the galette with a glass of cider or a cup of tea.
Personalization: You can add a hint of vanilla extract or grated lemon zest for an even more intense aroma.
A dessert that combines the crunchiness of puff pastry with the softness of pistachio cream, offering a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for celebrating the Epiphany or for any special occasion!
