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A close-up shot of a Caprese Galette showing the blistered red and yellow tomatoes and bubbly white mozzarella cheese. (Caprese Galette)
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Caprese Galette with Heirloom Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella

A stunning rustic Caprese Galette featuring a flaky golden crust, a creamy baked egg layer, and alternating slices of juicy red and yellow tomatoes topped with bubbly fresh mozzarella and vibrant basil.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2.5 cups (315g) All-purpose flour Cold
  • 1 cup (225g) Unsalted butter Cubed and very cold
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Fine sea salt
  • 6-8 tbsp (90-120ml) Ice water
  • 1/2 cup (125g) Full-fat ricotta cheese
  • 1 large Egg Room temperature
  • 2 large Red and Yellow tomatoes Sliced and salted
  • 8 oz (225g) Fresh mozzarella cheese Sliced into rounds
  • 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves For garnish
  • 1/2 tsp Cracked black pepper

Equipment

  • 1 Baking Sheet Heavy-duty
  • 1 Parchment Paper Non-stick surface
  • 1 Pastry Cutter Or use fingertips

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. Whisk flour and salt in a bowl; cut in cold butter until pea-sized crumbs form.
  2. Incorporate ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough just holds together.
  3. Wrap dough and refrigerate for 60 minutes to relax gluten.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Whisk ricotta and egg; spread over rolled-out dough circle leaving a 2-inch border.
  2. Alternating slices of red tomatoes, yellow tomatoes, and mozzarella over the egg mixture.
  3. Fold edges roughly and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 40 minutes until crust is golden-brown and tomatoes are blistered.
  4. Top with fresh basil and cracked black pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 385kcalProtein: 12gFat: 24gFiber: 2g

Notes

Salt your tomatoes beforehand to prevent a soggy crust.
Use ice-cold water for the flakiest pastry result.
Keyword Caprese Galette,Heirloom Tomatoes,savory tart,Tomato Galette

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