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Buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples

Buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples are a vegetarian dish from Normandy for 4 people, ready in 35 minutes, rated easy, for about €2.00 per person. The key is resting the batter for at least an hour and using a very hot pan to get a lacy galette that holds the melted camembert and pan fried apples.

Tonight we're heading to Normandy with buckwheat galettes, melted camembert, and pan fried apples.

Buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples
Total time
35 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€2.00
Calories per person
560 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Winter, Spring, Fall
The kids
They generally like it

The buckwheat galette turns slightly crisp at the edges and stays soft in the middle, just enough to wrap around the oozing camembert and the tender apples cooked in butter. Buckwheat brings a toasted, nutty flavor that balances the cheese without overpowering it. It's a complete dish on its own, needing nothing more than a simple salad on the side.

This is the kind of dinner to make on a weeknight when you want a change from the usual bread and cheese, but it also works well for a relaxed Sunday night with the family, where everyone fills their own galette. Kids love folding their own galette, and the sweet and savory mix of apples and camembert wins over even picky eaters.

The ingredients

4 people

Pantry

  • Buckwheat flouroften in the pantry 250 g
  • Wateroften in the pantry 50 cl
  • Coarse saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Walnuts 20 g
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 3 tbsp
  • Wine vinegaroften in the pantry 1 tbsp
  • Mustardoften in the pantry 1 tsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Dairy

  • Eggs 2
  • Camembert 1
  • Butter 50 g

Fruits and vegetables

  • Apples 3
  • Green salad 1

Allergens Lactose, Eggs, Mustard

The step by step recipe

  1. Mix the buckwheat flour, one egg, the water, and a pinch of salt to make a smooth, runny batter.

    Let it rest, the batter thickens as it sits and becomes easier to spread.

  2. Peel the apples, slice them thin, and brown them in half the butter. 8 min

    Use tart apples that hold their shape well during cooking.

  3. Cook the galettes one at a time in a buttered pan. 12 min

    The pan needs to be very hot so the galette turns lacy and crisp.

  4. Top each galette with sliced camembert and apples, fold into a square, and let the cheese melt. 5 min

    Cover the pan so the cheese melts faster.

  5. Make the vinaigrette, dress the salad, and serve the galettes hot.

    A quick grind of pepper over the camembert finishes it off nicely.

Our tips to get it right

  • Spread the batter in a thin, even layer with the back of a ladle, a thick galette stays doughy in the center.
  • Remove the camembert rind if you want a milder, softer melt, or leave it on for more flavor.
  • Slice the apples and camembert before you start cooking the galettes, so the rest goes faster.

The variations

  • Swap the apples for pears, you'll get the same soft texture with a touch more sweetness.
  • For a faster version, use store bought galette batter and focus on the filling instead.
  • For kids, serve the camembert on the side and add a little ham inside the galette if they prefer it without fruit.

What to serve it with

  • A crisp green salad
  • A chilled dry cider
  • Homemade applesauce

Storage

Raw galette batter keeps for 2 days in the refrigerator in a sealed container. Filled galettes are best eaten the same day, since melted camembert doesn't reheat well. If needed, warm them in a skillet over low heat so the cheese melts again without drying out the galette.

Questions about this dish

Can I use wheat flour instead of buckwheat flour?

No, buckwheat gives the galette its signature flavor and texture. Wheat flour would make a different, softer crepe without that light crispness.

Can I make the batter ahead of time?

Yes, it's actually recommended. The batter should rest at least an hour, and can wait in the fridge until the next day without any issue.

Can I freeze the filled galettes?

It's not recommended, since melted camembert and pan fried apples lose their texture once thawed. It's better to freeze the plain galettes without filling.

Which camembert melts best?

Pick a ripe camembert that feels slightly soft to the touch, it will melt more easily in the hot galette. A camembert that's too young stays firm even after cooking.

How long does it take to make buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples, served with a salad?

Count 35 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples, served with a salad?

About 560 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does buckwheat galettes with camembert and apples, served with a salad cost?

About €2.00 per serving, or €8.00 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains lactose, eggs, mustard. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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