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Chocolate Cherry Galette with Whipped Cream

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder
3 tbsp dark brown sugar (packed)
2 tbsp granulated sugar
12 tbsp unsalted butter (cold, sliced)
6 tbsp cold water
1 lb fresh cherries (pitted)
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp bourbon (optional)
1 tbsp vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract
1/2 tbsp lemon zest
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tbsp granulated sugar (for whipped cream)
1/2 tbsp bourbon (optional, for whipped cream)
Sweetened cocoa powder for dusting (optional)

Prep Time

40 minutes

Cook Time

40 minutes

Total Time

1 hour 20 minutes

Instructions

Step 1:In large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar
Step 2:Add cold, sliced butter to flour mixture
Step 3:Toss to coat butter pieces
Step 4:Use pastry cutter or fork to cut butter into flour
Step 5:Until mixture resembles small pea-sized crumbs
Step 6:Slowly add cold water, 2 tbsp at a time
Step 7:Mix gently after each addition
Step 8:Continue until dough just comes together
Step 9:Form dough into flat disk
Step 10:Wrap tightly in plastic wrap
Step 11:Refrigerate 30 minutes
Step 12:Place pitted cherries in large bowl
Step 13:Add packed brown sugar, cornstarch, bourbon (if using), vanilla, lemon zest
Step 14:Gently mix to coat cherries evenly
Step 15:Don't crush fruit
Step 16:Set aside
Step 17:Remove chilled dough from refrigerator
Step 18:Place between two sheets of parchment paper
Step 19:Roll out into 12-inch circle
Step 20:Trim edges using large plate or bowl as guide
Step 21:Transfer rolled dough (with bottom parchment) to baking sheet
Step 22:Spoon cherry filling into center of dough
Step 23:Leave 2-inch border all around
Step 24:Discard excess liquid from cherry mixture
Step 25:Carefully fold edges of dough up and over cherries
Step 26:Create pleats as you go to encase filling partially
Step 27:Preheat oven to 400°F (205°C)
Step 28:Bake galette on prepared baking sheet 35-40 minutes
Step 29:Until crust is firm and cherries are bubbly and fragrant
Step 30:Remove from oven
Step 31:Cool on baking sheet 10 minutes
Step 32:In medium bowl, combine heavy whipping cream, sugar, bourbon (if using)
Step 33:Beat on medium-high speed with electric mixer
Step 34:Until soft peaks form
Step 35:Continue until stiff peaks form
Step 36:Chill until ready to serve
Step 37:Spoon generous dollops of whipped cream over warm or room-temperature galette slices
Step 38:Dust with sweetened cocoa powder if desired

Nutrition Facts

Servings: 4

Calories

517

Protein

Carbs

55g

Fat

30g

Fiber

Sodium

155mg

If you love comforting warmth of rustic desserts and crave that perfect balance between rich chocolate and juicy cherries, you're in for treat. Imagine biting into flaky, chocolate-infused crust that cradles luscious cherry filling, all topped with clouds of smooth whipped cream.

Sophisticated Yet Approachable

Whether you're baking for family, hosting friends, or simply indulging yourself after long day, this galette recipe is designed to impress without overwhelming. It combines everyday pantry staples with fresh ingredients, creating delicious harmony of flavors and textures.

Rustic and Easy

Galettes are less fussy than pies—no need for intricate lattice work or pie dishes. Free-form style makes it simple to assemble and bake. Rich, chocolate-flavored crust incorporates Dutch-process cocoa powder, giving it deep chocolatey taste that perfectly complements tart cherries.

Chocolate Cherry Galette with Whipped Cream

Nutrition Facts

Sophisticated Yet Approachable

Rustic and Easy

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