Description

This Caramel Apple Mini Galettes recipe features a flaky homemade pastry dough filled with tender, cinnamon-spiced apples and drizzled with rich, homemade caramel sauce. Perfectly portioned as mini treats, these rustic galettes are baked until golden and served warm for a comforting fall dessert or special occasion treat.

Ingredients

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For the Pastry Dough:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
1/4 cup ice water (more if needed)

For the Apple Filling:

3 medium apples (peeled, cored, and sliced; Granny Smith and Honeycrisp work well)
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for cooking apples)

For the Caramel Sauce:

1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup heavy cream
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Make the Pastry Dough: Combine the flour, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl. Add cold, cubed butter, cutting it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Prepare the Apple Filling: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sliced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Cook for 5-7 minutes until apples are tender but retain some texture. Remove from heat and let cool.
Make the Caramel Sauce: Heat granulated sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until it melts and turns golden amber. Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted. Slowly pour in heavy cream while stirring until smooth. Add a pinch of salt and allow to cool.
Assemble the Galettes: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a floured surface, roll chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thick. Cut into 4-5 inch circles. Place a spoonful of apple filling in the center of each circle and drizzle with some caramel sauce. Fold edges of dough over filling, pleating to create a rustic look while leaving the center exposed. Place on parchment-lined baking sheet.
Bake the Galettes: Bake for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cooked through.
Serve: Let galettes cool slightly, then drizzle with additional caramel sauce. Serve warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.

Notes

If dough is too dry, add water one tablespoon at a time until it holds together.
Carefully watch the caramel as it cooks to prevent burning.
Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
For a crisper crust, chill assembled galettes for 10 minutes before baking.
Leftover galettes can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days; reheat before serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: caramel apple galettes, mini galette recipe, apple dessert, fall recipes, homemade pastry, caramel sauce dessert