Last updated on June 29th, 2018 at 03:03 pm
These Mini Blueberry Galettes are perfect for a quick dessert. They’re perfectly crisp, flaky, and delicious. These impressive little bites are so easy to make, and look so beautiful. The ultimate summer dessert!
I know you were looking to make a pie this weekend, but I have something better for you. Mini galettes! Don’t let the word galette scare you, it’s just a French term for a flat round or rustic tarts with hand folded edges. We’re basically talking mini pies or tarts here, no big deal. But I mean it when I say they’re not a big deal to make.
I used store bought pie crusts, the ones that are rolled and you get 2 rolls of pie crust in a package, I know Pillsbury has them, but there are other brands that carry them.
I used 2 packages of pie crusts because I knew these galettes would go quickly because not only are they the cutest pies ever, they are so good. I love the fact that they’re almost bite size, well I’d say about 3 bites per galette. But those are 3 of the best bites ever.
It was so much fun making these galettes, there’s just something about making miniature foods that gets me all excited and happy.
To cut the rounds I used a bowl, but if you have the 6 inch round cutters use those. I wish I had them, the biggest I have is 4 inches, but a bowl works just as well.
The great thing about these galettes is that you can fill them with your favorite berries or fruits. I actually filled a couple with strawberries and they were yummy. You can also use figs, or peaches, apples, apricots, whatever you’re into.
Check out some of my other galette recipes for ideas! These ones aren’t miniature, but you can use the fillings for this recipe too:
I strongly recommend the mint leaves, it really does add an extra dimension of flavor. These galettes are really not very sweet, which is why I sprinkled them with a bit of Turbinado sugar. The end result are mini blueberry galettes that are super crispy, a bit sweet and tart, and so delicious. Serve these with some whipped cream or your favorite vanilla ice cream. You can’t go wrong.
If you try this recipe, please let us know! Leave a comment, rate it and tag a photo #jocooks on Instagram so we can see it. I always love to see what you guys come up with!
Mini Blueberry Galettes
Ingredients
- 1 lb blueberries
- 1/4 cup sugar granulated
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- zest of 1 lemon
- juice of 1 lemon
- 4 pie crusts (2 boxes, each box has 2 rolled pie crusts)
- 1 egg beaten for egg wash
- 1 tbsp turbinado sugar for sprinkling
- fresh mint leaves for garnish, optional
- whipped cream optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 F degrees. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a medium size bowl combine the blueberries, sugar, cornstarch, zest and juice of one lemon. Set aside.
- Sprinkle your work surface with a bit of flour then roll out one of the pie crusts so that it's flat. Using a bowl that's about 6 inches in diameter, cut 3 rounds in each pie crust, by pressing down on the bowl or running a knife around it. Reroll the remaining dough, you should be able to get 1 more pie crust round from it. Each pie crust should give you 4 rounds, ending up with 16 rounds in total.
- Spoon about 1 to 2 tbsp of the blueberry mixture into the center of a pie crust round, then fold the dough up over the filling. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Place the galettes onto the prepared baking sheets, 8 per sheet. Brush each galette with beaten egg then sprinkle with turbinado sugar or regular granulated sugar.
- Bake the galettes for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
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These look delicious. Think I’ll try blueberries and peaches. Have you tried freezing after baking?
That will be wonderful! If you’re going to freeze them, under bake them by a few minutes. Store them in an airtight container and you can reheat in the oven for about 10 minutes at 350F or until they’re golden brown.
I greatly dislike lemon. What would be an appropriate substitute?
Anything citrusy. You could use some orange instead.
IF you use frozen berries, should we thaw them first?
I don’t think it’s necessary to thaw them, I would use them frozen.
Amazing, I love Blueberry Galettes. I tried it. Its delicious. Your recipes are superb. Thanks for sharing.
These were yummy! Some opened up a bit but it gave them a rustic look. Also, I added just a splash of vanilla.
I wish I would have read your notes. Mine opened up and made a mess. I saw it right away and scooped them into my cupcake pan. I was so excited that I made them look so pretty to begin with. I only wish I would have read everything and put them into the fridge to get cold again. Okay…..so I learned my lesson. If they taste good, I’ll make them again. ( I used frozen berries that were thawed and had a lot of juice. Was that wrong?)
Love the finished product… A single sheet will give 4 .. Perfect for the two of us…
Yes, exactly!
Pie dough looks like you only get 4 galetta out of it. Do you roll the pie dough to make it larger
No, but we’re using 4 pie crusts which gives 16 galettes.
Hi Jo. I’ve been making full size galettes for years, but I really like the smaller ones. When we lived in Michigan we had a blueberry farm a half mile down the road so we would buy tons and can them, that way we could enjoy them all year long. I like the way you pleat the edges, it is such a nice touch.
Thank you! I just bought some Saskatoon berries and I’m dying to try these galettes with them. They’re close to blueberries, but I find them not as sweet, they’re wonderful in pies.
They sure look delicious! I’m a fan of miniature food as well, they’re so fun to make!
Thank you Sean, hope you try them because they’re also fun to eat! 🙂
You say this is not sweet, how can I make them sweeter? Maybe can pie filling ?
You can add a bit more sugar if you wish, and yes of course, you could always use the canned pie filling.
I made these on Friday and they were a big hit at the cottage. The lemon juice and zest made for a fresh and tangy blueberry filling. Super easy and super yummy 🙂
That’s great! Glad you guys enjoyed them!
hi .. plan to make these today. recipes says to use 5 to 6″ bowl or cutter but in the video looks like something that was more 3 or 4 inches. is 5 or 6 inches correct?? Thanks. Can’t wait to try them!!!
Yes the bowl in the video is actually 6 inches. 🙂
Ok great!! Thanks for the quick response … headed to the store for blueberries!!
Have fun baking!
can I freeze after baking with the blueberrys/
Yes, instructions are in recipe notes under advanced preparation.
Could these be made ahead and frozen?
Yes, absolutely. I added instructions in the recipe notes.
I’m easily intimidated by baking anything but these galettes look SO cute I’m going to try making them. Thanks for the video. That really helps people like me.
Do let me know how they turn out!
Can these galettes be made ahead and/or frozen ?
Absolutely, I’ve added instructions on how to do it in the recipe notes.
Could you use frozen blueberries ?
Sure, they might be a bit more juicy though.
Besides looking too cute to eat (but I would) these are a fantastic, hand held dessert idea. Love it!
Thanks Kevin, we agree!