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Rustic Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Galette


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  • Author: Evelyn Marcella Rivera
  • Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 Servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This stunning savory galette is a true celebration of autumn, layering sweet, thinly sliced butternut squash and red onion over a creamy, herbed goat cheese base, all encased in a buttery, golden-brown crust. It’s an impressive centerpiece that looks like it came from an artisanal bakery but is surprisingly simple to create in your own kitchen.


Ingredients

For the Flaky Crust

  • cups () All-Purpose Flour, plus more for dusting
  • teaspoon Granulated Sugar
  • teaspoon Fine Salt
  • tablespoons Ice Water
  • teaspoons Apple Cider Vinegar
  • tablespoons () Cold Unsalted Butter, cut into cubes

For the Savory Filling

  • ounces Fresh Goat Cheese, softened
  • tablespoon Fresh Chives, finely chopped
  • teaspoons Fresh Thyme Leaves, finely chopped, divided
  • To taste Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • heaping cups () Peeled Butternut Squash, very thinly sliced
  • cup () Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • tablespoon Olive Oil
  • teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • Large Egg, beaten for egg wash

Instructions

Part 1: Making the Flaky Galette Crust

  1. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the flour, sugar, and salt. In a separate small cup, combine the ice water and apple cider vinegar.
  2. Cut in the Butter: Add the cold butter cubes to the flour and toss. Using your fingertips, quickly press each butter cube into a flat, thin sheet. Continue tossing the butter shards in the flour as you work.
  3. Form and Chill Dough: Sprinkle 4 tbsp of the ice water mixture over the flour/butter. Gently toss until a shaggy dough forms, adding more water 1 tsp at a time if needed. Press the dough into a disk, wrap tightly in plastic, and chill for at least 2 hours.

Part 2: Assembling and Baking the Galette

  1. Preheat & Prep Fillings: Preheat oven to () and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, chives, 1 tsp thyme, salt, and pepper. In a large bowl, toss the sliced squash, onion, olive oil, paprika, remaining 1 tsp thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the chilled dough into a 12-inch round. Transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Layer the Fillings: Spread the goat cheese mixture onto the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange the seasoned squash and onion mixture evenly on top of the goat cheese.
  4. Fold and Bake: Gently fold the 2-inch border of crust up and over the filling, creating pleated seals. Brush the crust with the beaten egg wash. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, until the crust is deep golden brown and the squash is tender. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Keep it Cold: The key to a flaky crust is keeping the butter cold. If it feels soft or greasy while you’re working, place the entire bowl in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to chill.
  • Thin Slices are Key: Slice the butternut squash as thinly as possible (a mandoline is great for this!) to ensure it becomes fully tender and caramelized during baking.
  • Don’t Overwork the Dough: Mix the dough just until it comes together in a shaggy mass. Overworking it will result in a tough crust.
  • Prep Time: 35 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Appetizer, Tart, Vegetarian
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 345kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 23g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg