This Lavender Blueberry Galette is one of those desserts that looks bakery worthy but is surprisingly simple to make. Juicy blueberries, a hint of fragrant culinary lavender, and a flaky golden crust come together for the perfect treat to enjoy with coffee, tea, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Save this recipe for blueberry season, and let me know…would you serve yours warm or chilled? ✨
Blueberry Galette Recipe
Ingredients
2lbs blueberries
1/4 cup sugar
2 TBS cornstarch
1 tsp lavender
Juice of 1 lemon
Zest of 1 lemon
1 egg yolk beaten
Crust Ingredients:
1-1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1-1/2 sticks cold butter (cubed)
1 egg yolk
3 TBS cold water
Make the Pie Crust:
In a medium bowl, whisk salt and flour together in a bowl.
Cut butter into half inch cubes and toss in flour.
Using your hands, crumble the butter into the flour creating pea size pieces in the flour.
Whisk the water and the egg yolk together in a small bowl and add to the flour and butter mixture. Mix all together with your hands until just combined.
Form into a disc and wrap in parchment paper. Refrigerate for 30 mins.
Remove from refrigerator and roll dough into a square. Fold in half and fold in half again. Roll dough again and repeat folds.
Tightly wrap dough in parchment and roll out any air bubbles. Refrigerate for 1 hour before using.
Make the Galette:
Add blueberries, lavender, lemon juice, sugar and cornstarch to a medium bowl and mix together.
Roll out dough and place onto a lined baking sheet.
Spoon blueberry mixture in the center of dough
Fold edges of the dough over the blueberries and bush the edges with beaten egg. *optional, sprinkle edges with sugar
Bake on 400° for 30-35 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
Allow to cool, top with lemon zest and serve with your favorite vanilla ice cream!
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Making a galette at home can be such a rewarding experience, especially when you add unique flavors like lavender to classic blueberry. I've found that the earthy yet floral notes of culinary lavender truly elevate the natural sweetness of the blueberries, creating a sophisticated taste profile in this rustic dessert. When preparing the crust, the step where you fold and roll the dough several times is crucial to achieving that signature flaky texture. It reminds me of making puff pastry, and it’s these little folds that create layers that flaky crust lovers dream of. I always make sure my butter is very cold, as this helps keep the dough light and tender after baking. During blueberry season, fresh, ripe berries really shine in recipes like this galette. I like to let the fruit filling sit for a bit after mixing to allow the lemon juice and lavender to infuse deeply. It makes the flavor pop even more when baked. Serving this galette warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream adds a contrasting coolness and creaminess that pairs perfectly with the tartness of the fruit and buttery crust. However, letting it chill slightly in the fridge also works wonderfully for a more refreshing dessert, especially on warmer days. For those wanting to switch it up, I’ve sometimes added a sprinkle of sliced almonds on top before baking to add an extra crunch and nutty flavor. It’s a simple addition that makes the dessert more textured and visually appealing. Overall, this Lavender Blueberry Galette is not only a crowd-pleaser with its appealing balance of flavors, but it’s also accessible for home bakers. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or enjoy a cozy treat yourself, it offers a beautiful combination of taste and presentation with minimal fuss.
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