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Tomato Mozzarella Basil Galette

Category: Satisfying Main Dishes

This golden galette wraps the vibrant taste of a caprese salad in buttery, flaky garlic confit puff pastry. Filled with heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella, it's a savory celebration of summer's best produce. The sour cream and garlic-laced crust brings rich flavor and a tender texture. Finish with balsamic glaze for a sweet-savory balance. Use in-season ingredients for best results and don't skip brushing the crust with egg for that golden finish. It's rustic yet refined, perfect for casual dinners or special occasions.

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Updated on Sun, 22 Jun 2025 22:31:09 GMT
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This galette wraps up everything I love about summer into one buttery crisp bite. Juicy heirloom tomatoes sweet basil and creamy mozzarella are layered inside homemade puff pastry that’s rich with garlic confit and tangy sour cream. It is a rustic open faced pie that looks elegant but comes together with very little fuss and makes the perfect dinner party centerpiece or weeknight treat when tomatoes are at their peak

I first made this when I had leftover garlic confit and a basket of tomatoes from the market and it’s now my go to for any gathering

Ingredients

  • Heirloom tomatoes: provide juicy flavor and stunning color choose firm ripe ones
  • Fresh mozzarella: melts beautifully and gives creamy texture use a good quality ball
  • Fresh basil: adds brightness and aroma go for smaller leaves which tend to be sweeter
  • Garlic confit: brings velvety roasted flavor make a batch ahead and store in oil
  • Sour cream: softens the dough and adds a slight tang use full fat for best results
  • All purpose flour: forms the base of the pastry sift before using for a lighter crust
  • Frozen butter: ensures flaky layers grate it while very cold for best incorporation
  • Egg wash: creates that beautiful shiny golden crust brush just before baking
  • Balsamic glaze: gives sweet tangy contrast drizzle just before serving

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Dough:
Grate frozen butter into sifted flour and salt then work in garlic confit and sour cream using your hands until combined add just enough cold water to bring the dough together without making it sticky chill for one hour
Layer the Dough:
Roll dough into a rectangle then fold it into thirds like a letter rotate and repeat this process three times this creates flaky layers chill again for thirty minutes
Shape and Fill:
Roll out dough into a large circle place sliced tomatoes torn mozzarella and fresh basil in the center season with salt and pepper leave a wide border around the edges
Fold and Seal:
Gently fold the pastry edges over the filling overlapping slightly to create pleats brush the exposed crust with beaten egg for a rich color
Bake:
Transfer to a parchment lined baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at two hundred degrees Celsius for thirty five to forty minutes until the crust is deep golden and the filling is bubbling
Finish and Serve:
Remove from oven and let cool slightly before drizzling with balsamic glaze top with extra basil and serve warm or at room temperature
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Storage Tips

Store leftover galette in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days to reheat place in a hot oven for ten minutes to crisp up the crust

Ingredient Substitutions

If heirloom tomatoes are unavailable use plum or roma tomatoes which have less moisture goat cheese can replace mozzarella for a tangier twist

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Serving Suggestions

Pair this galette with a crisp green salad or a chilled glass of white wine it also makes a great picnic dish since it holds together well when cooled

Cultural Context

Galettes come from French country cooking originally as a way to use up odds and ends of dough this rustic open form has become a versatile base for both sweet and savory fillings across Europe

Recipe FAQs

→ What type of tomatoes work best in this galette?

Heirloom tomatoes are ideal for their juiciness and bold flavor. Look for ones that are firm and ripe for the best texture.

→ Can I use store-bought puff pastry?

Yes, but making your own with garlic confit and sour cream adds a deeper flavor and flakier texture. Homemade gives the best result.

→ How do I prevent the crust from getting soggy?

Leave a generous border and avoid overfilling the center. Also, bake until the crust is deeply golden to ensure it's fully cooked.

→ What is garlic confit and why use it?

Garlic confit is slow-cooked garlic in oil, resulting in a mellow, creamy texture. It infuses the pastry with savory depth.

→ Is this galette served hot or cold?

It's best served warm, straight from the oven, but it can also be enjoyed at room temperature for picnics or gatherings.

→ Can I add other ingredients to the filling?

Yes, this galette is versatile. You can add roasted mushrooms, zucchini, or even a bit of goat cheese for variation.

Tomato Mozzarella Basil Galette

Rustic galette with juicy tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella in garlic-sour cream puff pastry.

Prep Time
40 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
80 min
By: Evelyn

Category: Main Dishes

Skill Level: Medium

Cuisine: Modern European

Yield: 6 Servings (1 medium galette)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian

Ingredients

→ For the Filling

01 3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
02 200 g fresh mozzarella, torn
03 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
04 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
05 Salt and black pepper to taste

→ For the Garlic Confit Pastry

06 2 cups all-purpose flour
07 200 g unsalted butter, frozen and grated
08 3 tbsp garlic confit
09 1/3 cup sour cream
10 1/4 cup cold water, as needed
11 1 tsp sea salt
12 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)

Steps

Step 01

Freeze all tools and ingredients 20 minutes before starting. In a bowl, combine flour and salt. Add grated butter and rub into flour using fingertips. Stir in garlic confit and sour cream. Add cold water gradually to form dough. Chill for 1 hour.

Step 02

Roll out dough into a rectangle. Fold into thirds like a letter. Rotate and repeat folding and rolling three times. Chill for 30 minutes.

Step 03

Roll chilled dough into a 12-inch circle. Arrange tomato slices and mozzarella in the center, leaving a 2-inch border. Season with salt and pepper and top with basil.

Step 04

Fold pastry edges over the filling, pleating as needed. Brush the crust with beaten egg.

Step 05

Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake for 35–40 minutes or until the crust is golden and crisp.

Step 06

Drizzle warm galette with balsamic glaze and garnish with additional fresh basil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  1. Use heirloom tomatoes for enhanced flavor and visual appeal.
  2. For best flakiness, keep butter and dough cold throughout preparation.

Tools Required

  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Pastry brush
  • Grater

Allergy Info

Double-check all ingredients to spot potential allergens. Consult a healthcare professional if uncertain.
  • Contains dairy (mozzarella, butter, sour cream)
  • Contains gluten (all-purpose flour)
  • Contains egg

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

These details are for informational purposes only and shouldn’t replace professional medical advice.
  • Calories: 310
  • Fats: 21 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24.5 g
  • Proteins: 9.2 g