🍓🍫 Chocolate Berry Galette (Rustic French Tart)

✨ Description

A Chocolate Berry Galette is a free-form French tart featuring a buttery, flaky crust filled with juicy mixed berries and rich melted chocolate. Unlike traditional pies, this dessert is intentionally rustic—no pan required, just fold and bake.

🧾 Ingredients (Serves 6–8)

For the Dough:

• 1 ½ cups (180 g) all-purpose flour
• 7 tbsp (100 g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
• 1 tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt
• 4–5 tbsp ice water

For the Filling:

• 1 cup (150 g) raspberries
• 1 cup (150 g) blackberries
• ⅓ cup (50 g) blueberries (optional)
• ⅓–½ cup (80–100 g) dark chocolate, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup (60 g) sugar
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For Finishing:

• 1 egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tbsp sugar (for sprinkling)

🔧 Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Rolling pin

🔥 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add cold butter and rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
4. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30–45 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Filling

1. In a mixing bowl, combine berries, sugar, and cornstarch.
2. Add lemon juice and vanilla extract.
3. Gently toss to coat (avoid crushing the berries).
4. Fold in chocolate chunks.

Step 3: Assemble the Galette

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Roll the chilled dough into a rough circle (about 10 inches / 25 cm).
3. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
4. Spoon filling into the center, leaving a 2-inch border.
5. Fold the edges inward over the filling, pleating as needed.

Step 4: Bake

1. Brush the crust edges with beaten egg.
2. Sprinkle sugar over the crust.
3. Bake for 35–40 minutes, until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbling.

Step 5: Cool & Serve

• Let cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing.
• Serve warm or at room temperature.

⚡ Pro Tips

• Keep all ingredients cold for a flakier crust.
• Avoid overfilling to prevent sogginess.
• Use high-quality dark chocolate for deeper flavor.

🍨 Serving Suggestions

• Serve with vanilla ice cream
• Add whipped cream
• Drizzle with extra melted chocolate

🔢 Nutrition (Approx. per slice)

• Calories: 300–400 kcal
• Fat: Moderate
• Sugar: Moderate to high

💥 Final Note

This dessert delivers a perfect balance of crispy pastry, tangy berries, and rich chocolate—simple to make, yet impressive enough for any occasion.