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Frangipane Galette des Rois (King Cake)

Delicious Frangipane Galette des Rois Recipe for King Cake Lovers

This delightful Frangipane Galette des Rois offers a flaky pastry filled with creamy almond goodness, perfect for any festive occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 large eggs divide yolks and whites
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk for brushing on top

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix flour and sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add egg yolk and combine; chill for 30 minutes.
  2. For the frangipane filling, blend almond flour, sugar, remaining egg, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
  3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out half the chilled pastry into a circle on a floured surface.
  4. Spread frangipane filling evenly over the pastry on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Roll out the second pastry circle and place it over the filling. Seal edges and brush with milk for shine.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 29gProtein: 5gFat: 17g

Notes

For added flavor, consider incorporating chocolate chips or different nuts into the frangipane filling. Let the galette rest before serving for best flavor development.

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