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potato galette Overhead shot of a rustic, golden-brown potato galette with thin potato slices, baked cheese, and herbs, partially sliced with a spatula.

Potato Galette

A golden, flaky Potato Galette layered with creamy cheese, thyme, and tender shallots for a comforting, elegant dish.
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Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: French, Vegetarian
Keyword: galette, potato cake, potato galette, savory pastry, vegetarian main
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 520kcal
Cost: $15

Ingredients

Galette dough:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour cold, for flaky dough
  • ½ cup unsalted butter frozen, cut into small cubes
  • 2 large egg yolks room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt for flavor
  • 1 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar balances savory
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons ice-cold water to bind dough

Potato filling:

  • 2 medium shallots thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for sautéing
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt divided, for seasoning
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes thinly sliced ⅛-inch rounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil to coat potatoes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves for flavor
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly shredded
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard for tang
  • 5 ounces Boursin cheese soft, creamy

Egg wash:

  • 1 large egg yolk beaten, for brushing crust

Instructions

  • Combine the flour, sugar, salt, thyme, and cold butter in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture forms pea-sized crumbs.
    Food processor with cubes of butter, flour, and fresh herbs for the pastry crust.
  • Add the egg yolks and ice-cold water to the mixture and pulse until the dough comes together but remains slightly crumbly.
  • Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and shape into a disk. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • While the dough chills, heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add shallots and ½ teaspoon salt, sautéing until soft, about 5 minutes.
  • Rinse potato slices in cold water, then pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel.
  • In a large bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, cooked shallots, thyme, Parmesan, and mustard until evenly coated.
    Bowl of thinly sliced potatoes seasoned with herbs and cheese, ready to be layered.
  • Remove dough from the fridge and place on parchment paper. Roll into a 14-inch circle, keeping thickness uniform.
  • Place the Boursin cheese in the center of the dough, then mound the potato filling on top, leaving a 2-inch border.
    Close-up of a hand spreading cream cheese over a square, herbed pastry crust.
  • Fold the edges of the dough over the filling, overlapping slightly and pressing gently to seal.
  • Brush the exposed crust with the beaten egg yolk using a pastry brush.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, until the crust is golden and crisp.
  • Let the galette cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes before slicing.
    Golden-brown potato galette with herbs and cheese, sliced and ready to serve.

Notes

This galette is perfect for a cozy evening or elegant brunch. Crispy edges, tender potatoes, and aromatic thyme make it irresistible!

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 520kcal (26%) | Carbohydrates: 40g (13%) | Protein: 11g (22%) | Fat: 36g (55%) | Saturated Fat: 21g (131%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 147mg (49%) | Sodium: 1290mg (56%) | Potassium: 340mg (10%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 5g (6%) | Vitamin A: 1110IU (22%) | Vitamin C: 16mg (19%) | Calcium: 155mg (16%) | Iron: 3mg (17%)
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