4 apple picking orchards just in time for fall + the easiest apple galette recipe ever!

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Scotts Apple Orchard 4 apple picking orchards just in time for fall + the easiest apple galette recipe ever!
No better time for apples than autumn. (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

I finally managed to dig out my cardigan from the depths of my closet this week, which means fall is here! Apple season in Alabama is around the corner, and you can pick your own at these orchards just an hour or two from Birmingham. Read on to find an easy apple galette recipe to make after you’ve gone apple picking.

Steele Orchard | Cullman

Steele Orchard has been growing apple trees since 1985. It’s a family-owned business with produce at low prices. They’ve got twenty different varieties of apples, making sure everyone has their pick. Something to note about Steele Orchard is the on-site bakery with Southern fried pies, apple cakes, cider, ice cream and more.

Allman Farms + Orchards | Oneonta

Allman Farms + Orchards is a family-owned spot known for its sustainable growing practices and delicious variety of apples—including Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Rome, Gala and more.

Scott’s Orchard | Hazel Green

Apple Picking 4 apple picking orchards just in time for fall + the easiest apple galette recipe ever!
The apples at Scott’s are beautiful + bright! (McCarley Northway / Hville Blast)

Scott’s Orchard in Hazel Green is a family-owned orchard growing 18 different types of apples across 100 acres. Although the orchard’s address is in Alabama, the farm is primarily located in Tennessee, near the state line. Their U-Pick is every Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday through October 18th.

Isom’s Orchards | Athens

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Enjoying slushies as soon as the weather drops! (Ally Engleman / Bham Now)
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Shop for apples in the market as well. (Lacey Muenstermann / Hville Blast)

Isom’s is an Athens favorite. They have a wide variety of seasonal produce and offer top-notch apples. Insider tip: try their apple cider and famous apple slushies!

I went apple picking…but now what? Here’s a recipe for a delicious apple galette recipe.

apple galette 4 apple picking orchards just in time for fall + the easiest apple galette recipe ever!
Serving size is technically 4-5 people but don’t be discouraged to just eat the whole thing. (Chaise Sanders / Bham Now)

What is an apple galette?

A galette is a rustic French pastry that’s shaped like a mini pizza—flat, round, and free-form. The buttery crust is folded up around a sweet fruit filling, giving you all the cozy flavors of pie without the fuss.

Here’s what you’ll need:

apple galette recipe 4 apple picking orchards just in time for fall + the easiest apple galette recipe ever!
Chances are that you’ll already have these ingredients. (Chaise Sanders / Bham Now)

Apple Galette

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • Pie crust (pre-made is fine!)
  • Egg wash (1 large egg + 1 tsp water)
  • 2 apples, sliced
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 3 tsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 chopped nuts of your choosing

Instructions
 

  • Heat oven to 425° (F). Personally, I have an oven that smokes at anything above 400° (F) and 375° (F) works just fine.
  • Add apples, brown sugar, flour, nutmeg, vanilla, lemon juice and cinnamon to a mixing bowl. Mix away!
  • Lay the pie crust out on a baking sheet and pour apple mix onto it. Make sure to leave about 2 or 3 inches around the edge. You'll need that extra space later. If you're feeling a little fancy, try making a cute little apple spiral. It'll be worth the photo-ops in the end.
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  • Fold a section of the crust onto the fruit. Turn the pan a quarter turn and repeat until all of the margin crust is folded onto the fruit.
  • Brush egg wash onto the crust and pop that baby in the oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the crust is nicely brown.

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Ally Engleman
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