The Impressive French Galette des Rois Is Actually Easy to Make

Step 1

Gather the ingredients. Combine all of the ingredients in the bowl of a food processor. Blend to a smooth, creamy paste. Feel free to make this cream a few days in advance, then refrigerate it in an airtight container.

Step 2

Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 425 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the sheets of puff pastry and cut out 2 (11-inch) circles. Place the first disc on the prepared baking sheet, and spread an even layer of the almond cream, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. If you wish to include a fève, you can do so at this point: Simply nestle it in the almond cream. Place the second puff pastry disc on top of the filling, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal the cake. Using a sharp knife, score a decorative pattern into the top layer of the pastry, without cutting through to the almond filling. Brush the galette with the beaten egg (this will create a golden crust).

Step 3

Bake the cake for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and dust the cake with the powdered sugar. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, until the puff pastry becomes a deep golden brown. Allow the cake to cool for 20 minutes. Serve and enjoy. If you have included a fève, make sure to warn your guests and, of course, crown the king or queen with a paper diadem.