Citrus Orange Galette Recipe
This Citrus Galette combines a homemade crust layered with ricotta cheese, sweet navel oranges, tangy blood oranges and plenty of honey. Plus, the great thing about galettes is that they don’t require a lot of baking experience!
Galettes have quickly become our go-to dessert for their simplicity and charm. Unlike pies, galettes are wonderfully easy to prepare, making them a favorite for bakers of all skill levels. Their rustic nature means there’s no need for a perfectly round crust or flawless edges. Any imperfections only add to their homemade appeal.
This Orange Galette is a celebration of citrus season, combining the vibrant hues of blood oranges and navel oranges with creamy ricotta cheese. The result is a dessert that’s as refreshing as it is beautiful. Whether you’re serving it for brunch, a bridal shower, or simply as a sweet treat to brighten your day, this galette brings a pop of color and flavor to the table.
The best part? Its slightly uneven, off-balance shape adds a delightful charm that proves it’s made with love—not from a store. So grab those oranges, and roll out your dough. I, Alex will show you to how to make a dessert that’s both stunning and effortlessly delicious!
What is a Galette?
Galettes are pies (when it comes to their ingredients). But they have their own unique charm. A pie has a structured crust and filling and is typically baked in a dish.
In contrast, a galette Is a freeform pastry. It features a flat, round piece of dough wrapped loosely around a sweet or savory filling. Galettes are baked directly on a baking sheet, giving them their signature casual, artisanal appearance. Their simplicity and imperfect look makes them approachable for bakers of all skill levels.
This recipe calls for oranges. But you could fill a galette with any fruit like strawberries as we did with our strawberry galette.
Ingredients Needed
We included a basic pie dough to get you started. But feel free to sub in a pre-made dough as we did with our strawberry galette. No one will notice, and I won’t tell!
For the dough:
- All purpose flour
- Sugar
- Salt
- Unsalted butter — Cold and cubed. You’ll want to keep them cold, so store in fridge or freezer until needed.
- Ice cold water
For the filling:
- Blood oranges — After slicing the oranges, pat them dry with paper towels. This step helps prevent excess moisture from soaking into the crust during baking.
- Navel oranges
- Ricotta cheese
- Honey
- Egg — for egg wash
- Milk
How to Make an Orange Galette
To make the dough:
1 — In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2 — Add the cold butter cubes, a little at a time. Mix on low-medium speed until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3 — Gradually add the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. ou may not need all of water to reach this step.
4 — Transfer dough to lightly floured surface and shape into a flattened circle. Wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
When the dough is chilling, prepare the filling:
1 — Slice the blood oranges and navel oranges into slices. Start by slicing off the ends of the oranges, then carefully trim away the peel and pith by cutting along the sides in a hexagonal shape. Once fully peeled and shaped, slice the oranges into ¼-inch thick rounds. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to avoid excess moisture. Set aside.
2 — In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with 2 tablespoons of honey until smooth. Set aside.
Assemble the galette:
1 — Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2 — Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rough 12-inch circle that is approximately 1/4 inch thick. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3 — Spread the ricotta mixture evenly in the center of the dough, leaving a 1-2-inch border around the edges.
4 — Arrange the orange slices over the ricotta in an overlapping pattern. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey over the oranges.
5 — Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed for a rustic look.
Finish and bake:
1 — In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk together to create an egg wash. Brush it over the exposed edges of the dough for a golden finish.
2 — Bake the galette for 30–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the oranges are slightly caramelized.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Use cold ingredients for the dough: To achieve a flaky crust, ensure the butter and water are ice cold. You can even chill your mixing bowl and flour beforehand for the best results.
- Enhance the ricotta mixture: For added flavor, mix a pinch of cinnamon, a dash of vanilla extract, or a bit of orange zest into the ricotta cheese before spreading it on the crust.
- Experiment with sweetness: Adjust the amount of honey to your taste. If your oranges are especially sweet, you might need less. Alternatively, a sprinkle of sugar over the oranges before baking can create a light caramelization.
- Chill before baking: Once assembled, refrigerate the galette for 15–20 minutes before baking. This step helps the dough maintain its structure and ensures a crisp, flaky crust.
- Customize the fruits: While this recipe highlights blood and navel oranges, feel free to experiment with other citrus fruits like Cara Cara oranges, mandarins, or even grapefruit for a unique flavor twist.
- Serving suggestions: Pair the galette with a dollop of whipped cream, a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
- Storage and reheating: Store leftover galette in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5–10 minutes to revive the crust’s crispness.
More Citrus Recipes to Try
Are you a big fan of citrus? For more recipes that highlight citrus fruits, check out a few of our favorites below —
- Monkey Bread with Chocolate & Orange Compote
- Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Frosting
- Blood Orange Sangria
- Morning Citrus Yogurt Bowl
Citrus Orange Galette Recipe
Equipment
- Mixer
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 1 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter cold
- 1/2 cup water ice cold
For the filling:
- 3 blood oranges
- 3 navel oranges
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp milk
Nutrition
Instructions
To make the dough:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add the cold butter cubes, a little at a time. Mix on low-medium speed until the mixture resembles coarse pea-sized crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix. ou may not need all of water to reach this step.
- Transfer dough to lightly floured surface and shape into a flattened circle. Wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
To make the filling:
- Slice the blood oranges and navel oranges into slices. Start by slicing off the ends of the oranges. Then, carefully trim away the peel and pith by cutting along the sides in a hexagonal shape. Once fully peeled and shaped, slice the oranges into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Pat the slices dry with a paper towel to avoid excess moisture. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the ricotta cheese with 2 tablespoons of honey until smooth. Set aside.
To assemble the galette:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface into a rough 12-inch circle that is approximately 1/4 inch thick. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread the ricotta mixture evenly in the center of the dough, leaving a 1-2-inch border around the edges.
- Arrange the orange slices over the ricotta in an overlapping pattern. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey over the oranges.
- Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, pleating as needed for a rustic look.
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg and milk together to create an egg wash. Brush it over the exposed edges of the dough for a golden finish.
- Bake the galette for 30–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the oranges are slightly caramelized.
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