Black Forest Galette Pastry

Indulge in the rich, irresistible flavors of chocolate and cherry with this Black Forest Galette Pastry! The combination of buttery pastry, smooth cherry and chocolate filling, and sweet whipped cream creates a flavor profile that feels luxurious yet comforting. Best of all, this recipe is surprisingly easy to make. Whether you’re celebrating something special or simply treating yourself, this galette is a new and delicious way to enjoy classic Black Forest flavors.

Try this Black Forest Galette Pastry recipe for yourself today! Follow the detailed baking instructions below, and you’ll have the perfect, indulgent dessert to add to your brunch table.

Ingredients

• Galette:
  • 1 Cherry Butter Braid® Pastry
  • 4 tbsp. cocoa powder
  • 4 tbsp. salted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 c. sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 14 oz. condensed milk
  • 6 tbsp. maraschino cherry juice

• Whipped Cream:
  • 1 c. cold heavy cream or heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tbsp. confectioner’s sugar or granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Step-By-Step Directions

1. Remove your Cherry pastry from the packaging and set out on a baking sheet to thaw for 1 hour. Once it has thawed enough to be pliable, unbraid the pastry and remove the cherry filling. Place the filling in a bowl and set aside.
2. In a saucepan, whisk together the cocoa powder and sugar. Add melted butter, eggs, and condensed milk. Heat the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly until thickened. Then, add the cherry filling you set aside earlier.
3. Place the pastry dough into a pie pan, pressing it into the bottom and sides, leaving extra dough at the top. Pour the filling mixture into the crust and fold the excess dough over the top.
4. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove the galette from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
5. Whip the cold heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Serve the whipped cream on top of the cooled galette.

Tips for Making a Black Forest Galette Pastry

• This recipe is best eaten when warm, fresh from the oven, but it will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. We recommend reheating before serving any leftovers.
• Choose heavy cream that is fresh and good for whipping. Dairy products vary in their percentage of water content. The more water, the less they hold and easier they curdle.
• If you want to add a little more flavor to your whipped cream, consider adding a few tablespoons of cream cheese. It will give the whipped cream more structure and help it hold its shape better for a few days.