Go Back
–+ servings
photo of onion apple walnut galette slice
Print Recipe

Onion, Apple and Walnut Galette

Serve this yummy rustic tart for brunch!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Brunch, Main
Cuisine: French
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients

For the dough

  • 1/2 cup butter, at room temperature (113 grams)
  • 3 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature (85 grams)
  • 1 cup flour (120 grams)
  • pinch salt

For the filling

  • 3 large onions, peeled and cut into petals (about 1 pound/half kilo)
  • 3 medium apples, peeled, cored and diced (about 1 pound/half kilo)
  • 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped California Walnuts (about 6 ounces shelled/170 grams)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (45 ml)
  • pinch red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons dried thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary leaves, crushed
  • pinch nutmeg
  • 3 tablespoons white balsamic or apple cider vinegar (45 ml)
  • 1/2 cup grated hard cheese, like cheddar or swiss (125 grams)
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

For the dough

  • Measure the butter and cream cheese into a large mixing bowl. Use a sturdy wooden spoon to blend them together.
  • Add the flour and salt to the bowl and work the ingredients into a shaggy dough. Use your hands to form the dough into a ball. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes while you make the filling.

For the filling

  • Add the oil and a pinch of red pepper flakes to a large skillet over high heat. Stir in the onions and saute for several minutes until the onions take on some color. At this point, turn the heat down to low and continue to cook until the onions are caramelized.
  • Stir in the apples, thyme, rosemary, and nutmeg. Warm the apples. Add a splash of vinegar and stir in the chopped walnuts. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Assemble the galette

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F/180°C. Prepare a large oven tray with baking paper.
  • Roll out the dough into a rough circular shape. Transfer to a baking tray. It's okay if the dough doesn't fit exactly.
  • Place the filling in the center of the dough, spread evenly, leaving a couple inches all around and top with half of the cheese.
  • Fold the sides of the dough over the filling. Top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 30-40 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through and a nice golden brown color.

Notes

The filling alone makes a nice side dish and would be a good low carb or paleo option.