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Galette des Rois is a traditional French pastry made for Epiphany day. This recipe uses puff pastry sheets and a creamy almond filling, perfect for individual portions. The filling is rich and aromatic with almond flour, vanilla, and a pinch of salt, while the puff pastry turns deeply golden and flaky after baking. Adding a fève or almond inside makes it fun and festive, as the person who finds it becomes 'king' or 'queen' for...
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Mix butter and sugar until creamy.
Add one egg, vanilla extract, and salt, then mix until combined.
Place one puff pastry sheet on a lined baking tray.
Brush some water on the edges of the pastry.
Spread the almond filling evenly, leaving a 2cm border around the edges.
Add the fève or almond to the filling.
Cover with the second puff pastry sheet and seal the edges well.
Chill the assembled galette in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Brush the top with egg wash made from one egg yolk and 2 tbsp milk.
Score gently on top with a knife to create a pattern.
Bake at 180°C for 35–40 minutes until deeply golden and flaky.
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Chilling the galette before baking helps the filling stay intact and prevents leakage.
Use a small knife to score the top gently without cutting through the pastry.
If you don’t have a fève, use an almond or leave it out entirely.
What is a fève?
A fève is a small trinket or figurine traditionally hidden inside the galette des rois. The person who finds it becomes 'king' or 'queen' for the day.
Can I use store-bought puff pastry?
Yes, store-bought puff pastry works perfectly for this recipe.
How do I prevent the filling from leaking?
Chill the assembled galette for 20 minutes before baking to ensure the filling stays intact.
Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the galette and chill it in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
What can I use instead of almond flour?
You can substitute almond flour with ground hazelnuts or walnuts for a different flavor.
