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    Accueil » Recipes » Snacks and desserts

    French King Cake with apples

    Publié le : Dec 30, 2022 · Modifié le : Nov 1, 2023 par Marie · Leave a Comment

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    This French King Cake with apples contains a divine compote of melting caramelized apples. So yes, it's different from the traditional King Cake, but this warm homemade dessert is as delicious as it is light, a little more so than the traditional recipe. And thesmell that emanates from the oven during baking is really worth the detour !

    Apple Galette des Rois on a board with a cup of tea.

    And if you're here, it's because you're sure to love the traditional French King Cake or the authentic French sugar Brioche!

    Table des matières
    • 💙 Why you'll love it
    • 🍎 Ingredients
    • 🥰 The chef's advice
    • 💡 Frequently Asked Questions
    • ❄️Storage
    • 🍏 Other apple treats
    • 📖 Recette

    💙 Why you'll love it

    • It's more original and a change from the traditional version.
    • It's super easy to make and really delicious.
    • It can be kept for several days.
    Stacked apple galette des rois slices.

    🍎 Ingredients

    These are the main ingredients, and the quantities can be found in the recipe card below.

    • Flour: to help the dough hold together better during baking, so it doesn't fall apart.
    • Two puff pastries: you can also make them yourself, but it's much more complicated and time-consuming!
    • Apples: I recommend Red Delicious, Pink Lady/Cripps Pink (my favorites), Gala, Fuji, Jonagold or Braeburn.
    • A little brown sugar.
    • Spices: I really like cinnamon and vanilla in this recipe.
    • Egg - ideally pasture-raised organic. You can refer to the Eco Tips I've written on eggs to help you choose the right ones.
    • A charm, of course!

    🥰 The chef's advice

    1. Don't neglect the resting time in the fridge: it will firm up your dough, and make it much easier to make your decorations afterwards.
    2. Tickle the edges of the two doughs after they have rested in the fridge, so that they don't separate during cooking.
    3. Don't apply too much pressure with the knife when making your decorations: otherwise the frangipane will escape during baking.
    4. Once you've made your decorations, make a few small holes in the top with a knife: this will allow the dough to breathe and swell evenly during baking.
    Stacked apple galette des rois slices.

    💡 Frequently Asked Questions

    Which apple to choose?

    I recommend Red Delicious, Pink Lady/Cripps Pink (my favorites), Gala, Fuji, Jonagold or Braeburn.

    Can I vary it with other fruits?

    Of course you can! This tart is also delicious with pears, for example.

    Where to buy a charm?

    On the Internet!

    ❄️Storage

    To store it, I cover it with aluminum foil and leave it at room temperature. It can be kept for 3 or 4 days, but believe me, by then it will have been gobbled up!

    🍏 Other apple treats

    • Apple, pear and almond crumble
    • French apple tart (from my Mom)

    If you make this French King Cake with apples, it would be so nice to leave me a comment and rate the recipe ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️. You can also tag me on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook or Tik Tok, or even send me a photo, I love seeing my little dishes in your homes!

    📖 Recette

    Galette des Rois aux pommes sur une planche avec une tasse de thé.
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    French King Cake with apples

    This French King Cake with apples contains a divine compote of melting caramelized apples. So yes, it's different from the traditional King Cake, but this warm homemade dessert is as delicious as it is light, a little more so than the traditional recipe. And thesmell that emanates from the oven during baking is really worth the detour !
    Servings 6 servings
    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 45 minutes mins
    Resting time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

    Ingredients

    • A little all-purpose flour
    • 2 puff pastry
    • 1 lbs apple flesh 5-6 small apples
    • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla powder
    • 2 ½ teaspoons brown sugar
    • 1 egg yolk
    • 2 tablespoons milk
    • 1 charm
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Peel your apples, core and dice them. Put them in a saucepan with a little water and the brown sugar. Place over medium-high heat, add the cinnamon and vanilla and stir. Cover and cook for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. If it sticks, add a little more water.
    • Remove the lid and cook for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently to evaporate most of the water.
    • Then place the apple cubes on a plate, spread them out and leave them to cool completely, otherwise they'll soak your pastry.
    • On an oven tray lined with parchment paper, place the 1st puff pastry. Add the cold apple cubes and spread them out with the back of a large spoon, but leave a few centimetres free on the sides of the pastry.
    • Place the bean, lay the 2nd puff pastry on top of the 1st, and press the edges together with your fingers. Leave to rest in the fridge for 20 minutes.
    • Once rested, preheat your oven to 355°F/180°C in natural convection/static heat mode. In a bowl, beat 1 egg yolk with 2 tablespoons milk.
    • Remove any protruding edges with a knife, draw in your decorations and brush with a mixture of egg yolk and milk. Tickle the edges of the tart and make small incisions in the top with a fork to allow the Galette to breathe.
    • Then bake in the middle of the oven at 355°F/180°C for 35 minutes.
    Author: Marie Compain
    Course: Pies and tarts, Snacks and desserts
    Cuisine: French
    Keyword: comforting, delicious, epiphany, festive
    Régime: Vegetarian

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    About Marie

    Marie Compain est la fondatrice, créatrice de recettes et photographe culinaire de Marie Food Tips. Depuis 2021, Marie partage ses recettes faciles et familiales, toujours gourmandes et bourrées de saveurs, pour la vie quotidienne ou les occasions plus spéciales.

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