Rustic French Apple Galette with Almond Cream and Lavender

Ingredients

• 1 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup unsalted butter, cold, cubed
• 3 tbsp ice water

• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 3 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp dried lavender, crushed
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Method

1. 01
   In a bowl, combine sifted all-purpose flour, almond flour, salt, and sugar. Add cold butter cubes and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. 02
   Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to hold together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
3. 03
   For the almond cream, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add beaten egg, vanilla, and almond flour, mixing until smooth. Set aside.
4. 04
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). On a floured surface, roll out the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
5. 05
   Spread the almond cream evenly over the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange apple slices over the cream in a circular pattern.
6. 06
   Sprinkle apples with sugar, crushed lavender, and drizzle with lemon juice. Fold the edges of the dough over the apples, pleating as necessary.
7. 07
   Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the apples are tender.
8. 08
   Allow the galette to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature.