This classic French pastry, Galette des Rois, is a delicious almond cream-filled puff pastry traditionally served to celebrate Epiphany. Easy to make and delightful to eat, this recipe will become a festive favorite.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
30min
Ingredients
8 Servings
- 100 g butter
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 eggs
- 100 g ground almonds
- 2 puff pastry sheets
- 100 g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F).
Step 2
In a bowl, mix together the ground almonds, sugar, softened butter, 2 eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth to form the almond cream.
Step 3
Roll out one sheet of puff pastry on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Step 4
Spread the almond cream mixture evenly over the pastry, leaving about a 2 cm border around the edges.
Step 5
Place the second sheet of puff pastry on top of the almond cream, pressing the edges to seal the pastry.
Step 6
Brush the top of the pastry with the egg yolk for a golden finish.
Step 7
Using the tip of a knife, create a design on the top pastry layer and make a small hole in the center to allow steam to escape.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed.
Step 9
Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your Galette des Rois!