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“Galette des Rois” | Grand Marnier, Orange

This “Galette des Rois” is filled with luscious frangipane, a hint of orange and Grand Marnier, making every bite a festive celebration! Perfect for sharing with loved ones, it’s not just a dessert; it’s a tradition that slices into the magic of French pâtisserie to discover the hidden trinket for a delightful surprise!

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“Galette des Rois” | Grand Marnier, Orange

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This "Galette des Rois" is filled with luscious frangipane, a hint of orange and Grand Marnier, making every bite a festive celebration! Perfect for sharing with loved ones, it's not just a dessert; it's a tradition that slices into the magic of French pâtisserie to discover the hidden trinket for a delightful surprise!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Bake Time 30 minutes
REFRIGERATE 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine France, North of France
Servings 8

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 2 Puff pastry sheets (For 1 Galette 8 1/2 inch | 22 cm)

VANILLA / ORANGE CUSTARD

  • 2.65 oz (75 g) milk
  • 1/2 orange zest (From 1 Large Orange)
  • 1 tsp (5 g) Vanilla bean paste
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 Tbsp (12 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 Tbsp (8 g) corn starch
  • 1 Tbsp (7.5 g) all-purpose flour
  • 0.35 oz (10 g) butter

ALMOND CREAM

  • 1 egg
  • 2.20 oz (60 g) almond flour
  • 1.77 oz (50 g) granulated sugar
  • 1.77 oz (50 g) butter (Softened | At Room Temperature)
  • 1 Tbsp (15 g) Grand Marnier
  • 1 Tbsp (15 g) orange juice
  • 1 Tbsp (15 g) almond extract

EGG WASH

  • 1 egg yolk
  • food coloring (Orange)

Instructions
 

VANILLA / ORANGE CUSTARD PREPARATION

  • In a medium sauce pan, on medium low, bring the milk, the orange zest and the vanilla bean paste to a boil. Set aside and let it infuse for 30 minutes minimum.
    2.65 oz milk, 1/2 orange zest, 1 tsp Vanilla bean paste
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  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg yolk and sugar together. Add the corn starch and all-purpose flour. Then, slowly incorporate your vanilla/orange/milk mixture.
    1 egg yolk, 1 Tbsp granulated sugar, 1 Tbsp corn starch, 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
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  • Return the preparation to your sauce pan and continue stirring until the custard begins to thicken.
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  • Remove from the heat and whisk in the diced butter. Transfert to a clean plate and film to contact. Set aside to cool down while preparing the almond cream.
    0.35 oz butter
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ALMOND CREAM PREPARATION

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg, almond flour, sugar, softened butter, Grand Marnier, orange juice and almond extract together. Set aside.
    1 egg, 2.20 oz almond flour, 1.77 oz granulated sugar, 1.77 oz butter, 1 Tbsp Grand Marnier, 1 Tbsp orange juice, 1 Tbsp almond extract
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FRANGIPANE PREPARATION

  • To make your frangipane, simply incorporate the vanilla / orange custard to the almond cream. Place it in a piping bag. Set aside.
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ASSEMBLY

  • Roll the puff pastry and cut out a circle of 8 1/2 inch | 22 cm using a plate.
    2 Puff pastry sheets
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  • Pipe the Frangipane into a snail starting from the center leaving about 1 inch | 2 cm on each sides.
    Add your Trinkets (1, 2 or more). Brush the sides of your Galette with water.
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  • Roll the second puff pastry and cut out a circle of 8 1/2 inch | 22 cm using a plate. Flip it on top of the galette. Pressing all around to seal it. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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  • Take your Galette out of the refrigerator, flip it onto your prepared baking sheet. NOTE: This will allow your "Galette des Rois" to rise straight-up.
    Brush the egg yolk (previously mixed with a few drop of orange food coloring) on the top of your galette. Refrigerate for an additional 30 minutes.
    1 egg yolk, food coloring
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  • Take your Galette out of the refrigerator. With a sharp knife, design the top Pastry to your liking. And with a tooth pick make a hole at the center to allow the steam through while it is in the oven. Return to the refrigerator while your oven is preheating.
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BAKE!

  • Preheat oven to 350F/180C.
  • Bake for 30 minutes at 350F/180C. (Every oven heats differently, monitor your galette from 25 minutes).  It is ready when the pastry has puffed and is golden. NOTE: Time may differ depending on the size of your galette.
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  • Once your «Galette des Rois» | Grand Marnier, Orange is out of the oven, let it completely cool down. Then, slide it onto your service plate to serve. Enjoy & Bon Appétit!
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Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
"Galette des Rois" | Grand Marnier, Orange
Amount Per Serving
Calories 346 Calories from Fat 216
% Daily Value*
Fat 24g37%
Saturated Fat 8g50%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 9g
Cholesterol 86mg29%
Sodium 139mg6%
Potassium 57mg2%
Carbohydrates 27g9%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 6g12%
Vitamin A 305IU6%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 44mg4%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword best french frangipane recipe, bon cook, easy french recipe, Galette des Rois, Grand Marnier, guy demarle, King’s Cake, Orange
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Note: For this recipe, I inspired myself from my “Galette des Rois” with Pears & Almond Cream, if you have not tried this recipe, you are in for a treat! Enjoy! ~Nessa

Cette Galette des Rois faite à base de frangipane est aromatisée d’un soupçon d’orange et de Grand Marnier. Elle est parfaite pour partager avec vos proches. Et c’est qui, qui est encore tombé sur la fève en coupant la première part? C’est Bibi! Cela vous arrive aussi??!…

Avec cette recette, je participe au Rendez-vous culinaire du Dimanche des Gourmandises organisé par Isabelle du blog Une Ribambelle d’histoires, allez-voir ce que les Marmitonnes ont préparé de bons cette semaine.

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