Galette with Brie, Cranberries, and Toasted Walnuts with Hot Honey Drizzle

A rustic, elegant dessert or appetizer with a flaky pastry base, creamy brie, tart cranberries, crunchy walnuts, and a sweet-spicy honey drizzle. Perfect for holiday tables or cozy gatherings.

⏱ Prep: 20 min | Cook: 35–40 min | Serves: 6–8

📝 Ingredients

🍞 Pastry

• 1 ¼ cups (160g) all-purpose flour

• ¼ tsp salt

• 8 tbsp (115g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed

• 3–4 tbsp ice water

🧀 Filling

• 6 oz (170g) brie cheese, sliced into small pieces

• ½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries

• ¼ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped

• 2 tbsp brown sugar or maple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

🍯 Hot Honey Drizzle

• ¼ cup honey

• ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)

🍳 Extras

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Pastry

1. In a large bowl, mix flour and salt.

2. Cut in cold butter using a pastry cutter or fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

3. Gradually add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until dough comes together.

4. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

2️⃣ Prepare the Filling

1. Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until fragrant.

2. If using frozen cranberries, thaw slightly and drain excess liquid.

3. Combine brie, cranberries, and walnuts in a bowl. Add brown sugar if desired.

3️⃣ Roll and Assemble the Galette

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.

3. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.

4. Place filling in the center, leaving a 2-inch border.

5. Fold edges over the filling, pleating dough as you go.

6. Brush dough edges with beaten egg.

4️⃣ Bake

1. Bake 30–35 minutes until pastry is golden and crisp.

2. Remove from oven and let cool 5 minutes.

5️⃣ Make Hot Honey Drizzle

1. Warm honey in a small saucepan over low heat.

2. Stir in red pepper flakes.

3. Drizzle over the warm galette just before serving.

6️⃣ Serve

• Slice galette into wedges.

• Optional: dust with powdered sugar for a sweet touch.

• Serve warm or at room temperature with a side of fresh greens or sparkling wine.

🔥 Tips

• Use high-quality brie for creamier texture.

• For a sweeter dessert, add a handful of dried cranberries or figs.

• The hot honey can be adjusted—less spice for a sweeter drizzle, more for a kick.

• Make the pastry ahead and refrigerate overnight for faster assembly.