If you love pie and the thought of making a homemade pie is a little intimidating, a galette is the answer!
A galette is just as wonderful as a traditional pie but with fewer steps. It’s basically a lazy baker’s pie.
There is just the right amount of flavor of blueberries, lemon, and sugar blended together in a flaky butter pie crust that your taste buds will tingle with delight.
Easy Rustic Blueberry-Lemon Galette
Whether this is your first time trying your hand at making a blueberry pie recipe or you’re a pie making pro, you will fall in love with how easy it is to make a galette as well as how delicious it taste!
If you need a fast dessert for the next time company drops by, this is the perfect dessert!
Your guests will be amazed at how beautiful this Rustic Blueberry Lemon – Galette looks and how good it is! Top it off with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream and enjoy!
There’s no need to bring out a food processor, electric mixer, pastry cutter, or pastry blender to make your own crust especially if you’re short on time.
I found that store bought refrigerated dough tastes great especially when paired with sweet blueberry filling.
If you are looking to make a classic blueberry lemon pie, try this yummy one from The Food Network, Blueberry-Lemon Pie with a Butter Crust
Ingredients You Will Need
- Fresh berries or frozen
- Pie Crust – store bought refrigerated dough
- Lemon – juice and zest
- Granulated white sugar
- Cornstarch
- Egg
- Butter
- Coarse sugar / Decorative sugar
Tools You Will Need
- Half sheet baking pan
- Medium bowl
- Small bowl
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
- Wooden spoon or large mixing spoon
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- Zester
- Wire rack for coolong
How To Make The Rustic Galette
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Combine berries, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, and cornstarch together
3. Gently stir blueberries until throughly blended
4. Roll out pre made pie dough
5. Pour the blueberry mixture into the middle of the pie crust, spreading evenly
6. Bring the edges of pie dough towards the center folding dough over every 2 inches or so
7. Cut butter into pieces the size of small peas and place on top of blueberry mixture
8. Brush outer dough edges with egg wash ( slightly beaten egg with a splash of water) and sprinkle with coarse sugar
9. Bake until crust is golden brown
10. Serve at room temperature
Helpful Tips
- Try not to over stuff the galette. If you use too many berries, the crust may not bake properly and the fruit juices may ooze out causing a sticky mess.
- The juice needs to thicken up a little which happens during the cooling process, so it is good to let the galette cool to room temperature before cutting.
Often Asked Questions
What Is A Galette?
A galette is a free form pie that is made on a sheet tray, not in a 9-inch pie pan. A galette has no top crust.
Can Frozen Blueberries Be Used Instead Of Fresh Blueberries?
Of course! Enjoy this wonderful dessert all year by using frozen blueberries when fresh are not in season. Just make sure the berries are still slightly frozen. When blueberries are completely thawed they often become mushy.
How Do I Keep The Bottom Of My Galette From Getting Soggy?
Pro Tip – Brush the interior crust with egg wash prior to pouring the blueberry mixture on it. You can also use a pizza stone to bake the galette on.
Can I Use Fruit Other Than Blueberries To Make A Galette?
Yes, you can use whatever fruit you have on hand. The key is the right amount of sugar. Some fruits may need more sugar. I recommend gradually adding the sugar, tasting as you go.
Can I Add Vanilla Extract?
Absolutely! There are a lot of pies that call for vanilla extract. I personally like this galette without it.
What Is Meant By Coarse Sugar?
Mainly used in the baking and confectionery industries, it is often called decorating sugar or pearl sugar. It is much larger than granulated sugar which makes it more heat resistant.
Other Delicious Desserts
- White Chocolate Chip Cheesecake with Raspberry Topping
- Crispy Old-Fashioned Molasses Cookies
- Mini Pecan Raisin Tarts (super easy)
- Easy 5-Ingredient Delicious Meltaway Cookies
How To Make An Easy Rustic Blueberry-Lemon Galette
Whether this is your first time trying your hand at making a blueberry pie recipe or you're a pie making pro, you will fall in love with how easy it is to make a galette as well as how delicious it taste!
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust - store bought refrigerated dough
- 2 cups fresh blueberries or frozen - 1 pint
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Zest of 1/2 lemon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 egg - cracked and slightly beaten in a small bowl
- 1 tablespoon of water
- 1 tablespoon of butter - cut into pieces the size of small peas
- Coarse sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- Line baking sheet with parchment paper
- Combine berries, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, and cornstarch together in a large bowl. Fold gently until throughly blended
- Roll out pre made pie dough on baking sheet
- Pour the blueberry mixture into the middle of the pie crust, spreading evenly
- Lift the edges of pie dough towards the center folding dough over every 2 inches
- Place the cut butter on top of blueberry mixture
- Brush outer dough edges with egg wash ( beaten egg and water)
- Sprinkle dough edges with coarse sugar
- Bake until crust is golden brown
- Serve at room temperature
Notes
- Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
- Cover leftovers with either aluminum foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate up to a week.
- Try not to over stuff the galette. If you use too many berries, the crust may not bake properly and the fruit juices may ooze out causing a sticky mess.
- The juice needs to thicken up a little which happens during the cooling process, so it is good to let the galette cool to room temperature before cutting.
- Pro Tip - Brush the interior crust with egg wash prior to pouring the blueberry mixture on it. You can also use a pizza stone to bake the galette on.