Fall baking is all about cozy flavors and simple techniques, and this Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette delivers both in the most beautiful way. With crisp apples, warm spices, and a flaky buttery crust, this rustic dessert feels bakery-worthy while staying refreshingly easy. No pie pan, no stress—just pure seasonal goodness you can make any day of the week.
Why You’ll Love This Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette
This galette is everything we love about apple pie, but simpler and more forgiving. Honeycrisp apples hold their shape while baking, giving you tender slices with a gentle bite. The cinnamon and nutmeg add warmth without overpowering the fruit, and the free-form crust means you don’t need perfect edges. It’s ideal for easy recipes, elegant dinner ideas, holiday tables, or even a lightly sweet breakfast treat.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Crust
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 3 tbsp ice water
For the Apple Filling
- 3 medium Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 6½ tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
For Finishing
- 1 egg (egg wash)
- 1 tbsp coarse sugar
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
How to Make Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until the dough just comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for 20–30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Apples
Thinly slice the Honeycrisp apples and toss them with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar (or honey), cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside while you roll the dough.
Step 3: Roll and Assemble
Roll the chilled dough into a rough 12-inch circle on parchment paper. Arrange the apple slices in a fanned pattern, leaving a 2-inch border around the edges. Fold the edges gently over the apples.
Step 4: Finish and Bake
Brush the crust with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse sugar. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40–45 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the apples are tender. Cool slightly before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Extra flaky crust: Keep all ingredients cold and work quickly.
- Lower sugar option: Reduce granulated sugar slightly—the apples are naturally sweet.
- Whole-grain twist: Swap up to ½ cup of flour with whole wheat flour.
- Spice boost: Add a pinch of cardamom or allspice for depth.
- Dairy-free: Use plant-based butter sticks with similar fat content.
Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette (Easy & Rustic)
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette is an easy, rustic fall dessert with thinly sliced Honeycrisp apples, warm cinnamon-nutmeg spice, and a flaky buttery crust—no pie pan needed.
Ingredients
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
3 tbsp ice water
3 medium Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
1 tsp lemon juice
6 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
1 tbsp light brown sugar OR honey
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
1 egg (for egg wash)
1 tbsp coarse sugar (for topping)
Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
1. Make the dough: Mix flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly (pea-size pieces).
2. Add ice water 1 tbsp at a time just until the dough comes together. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill 20–30 minutes.
3. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4. Prep the apples: Toss sliced Honeycrisp apples with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar (or honey), cinnamon, and nutmeg.
5. Roll dough into a rough 12-inch circle on parchment. Transfer parchment + dough to the baking sheet.
6. Arrange apples in a fanned circle, leaving a 2-inch border.
7. Fold edges of dough over the apples, pleating as needed.
8. Brush crust with beaten egg and sprinkle with coarse sugar.
9. Bake 40–45 minutes until crust is golden and apples are tender.
10. Cool 10–15 minutes. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, slice, and serve.
Notes
Keep everything cold for the flakiest crust (cold butter + ice water).
For less sweetness, reduce granulated sugar by 1–2 tsp; Honeycrisp apples are naturally sweet.
No Honeycrisp? Use Fuji, Pink Lady, or Gala (avoid very soft apples).
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat at 325°F (165°C) for 8–10 minutes to crisp the crust.
Dairy-free option: Use plant-based butter sticks with similar fat content.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Serving Ideas & Storage
Serve this galette warm or at room temperature with a light dusting of powdered sugar. It pairs beautifully with plain yogurt, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of honey. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; reheat briefly in the oven to refresh the crust.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~280 | 3g | 38g | 14g | 4g | 180mg |
Final Thoughts
This Cinnamon Honeycrisp Apple Galette proves that impressive desserts don’t need to be complicated. With simple ingredients and a relaxed approach, you’ll get a cozy, crowd-pleasing bake that celebrates fall flavor in the best way.