As the weather warms up and fresh, seasonal fruits start to appear in grocery stores and farmer’s markets, it’s the perfect time of year to enjoy the sweet and tangy flavors of strawberry and rhubarb. One wonderful recipe to try is a strawberry rhubarb galette, a free-form tart that features a buttery crust and a juicy fruit filling. In this post, we’ll share an easy strawberry rhubarb galette recipe that uses a flaky pie crust and a secret ingredient for the perfect texture.

What is a Galette?

The word “galette” comes from the French word for “flat cake” or “pancake,” and it refers to a type of pastry that is typically made with a free-form pie crust. Galettes can be sweet or savory, and they’re a great way to showcase seasonal fruits or vegetables. I love making galettes when I don’t have the time or energy for a full pie, but want to use up some seasonal fruits. 

Ingredients for a Strawberry Rhubarb Galette

• All purpose flour
• Butter
• Ice Water
• Sugar
• Salt
• Sliced fresh rhubarb
• Sliced fresh strawberries
• Sugar
• Tapioca starch
• Lemon juice
• 1 egg yolk

Supplies needed for Strawberry Rhubarb Galette:

• ​Food Processor for the crust or pastry blender if you have
• Rolling Pin
• Large Bowl

Instructions for Making a Strawberry Rhubarb Galette

1. To make the crust- combine the flour sugar, and salt in a medium bowl. Add the cold butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. ( I also like to use a food processor for this step!)
2. Add the ice water and mix until the dough comes together in a ball. Flatten the dough into a thick disk and wrap it in a sheet of plastic wrap. Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes.
3. Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper.
4. To make the filling, combine the rhubarb, strawberries, sugar, tapioca starch, lemon juice, and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
5. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the galette dough into a circle that’s about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheet.
6. Spread the fruit mixture on top of the dough, leaving about a 2-inch border around the edges of the dough. Fold the edges of the dough up and over the fruit filling, crimping the dough as you go to create a rustic galette.
7. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water to create an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the top of the dough.
8. Sprinkle sugar over the top of the dough and fruit mixture. (you can use turbinado or regular sugar)
9. Bake the galette for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbly.
10. Let the galette cool for a few minutes before slicing it with a sharp knife. Serve the galette warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Here are some more tips and tricks to help you make the perfect strawberry rhubarb galette:

1. Use cold butter: It’s important to use cold butter when making the galette crust. This will help create a flaky crust by keeping the butter solid and forming small pockets of air as it melts in the oven. I like to cut my cold butter into chunks right after it comes out of the fridge
2. Don’t overwork the dough: Be careful not to overwork the dough when mixing it or rolling it out. As soon as it comes together, wrap it up and chill it. 
3. Use a food processor: My favorite way to make the dough is using a food processor to quickly combine the dry ingredients and butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Let the dough rest: Letting the dough rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out will help relax the gluten strands and make the dough easier to work with.
5. Use tapioca starch: Tapioca starch is a great thickener for fruit fillings because it creates a clear, glossy texture and doesn’t break down as easily as cornstarch. 
6. Use a baking sheet: A baking sheet is the best option for baking a galette because it allows the heat to circulate evenly around the pastry, resulting in a crisp crust. It also catches any juices that spill over.
7. Use an egg wash: Brushing an egg wash over the crust before baking will help create a golden brown, shiny surface.
8. Use fresh, seasonal fruits: Using fresh, in-season strawberries and rhubarb will ensure that your galette has the best flavor and texture. You can change this recipe based on what is in season!
9. Let the galette cool: Letting the galette cool for a few minutes before slicing it will help the fruit filling set and prevent it from spilling out of the pastry.

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Other favorite Strawberry Rhubarb Desserts:

• Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
• Strawberry Rhubarb Slab Pie
• Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars

No Rhubarb? Try these Strawberry Recipes I love!

• Strawberry Compote
• Strawberry Balsamic Pie
• Strawberry Crepe Cake