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Galette des rois

Golden puff pastry filled with almond frangipane, traditionally eaten for Epiphany.

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  • Time1 hr
  • LevelMedium
  • Costabout £0.34 a head
  • Oven200°C (180°C fan)

Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.

8 slices

Ingredients

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Method

  1. 1

    Beat the butter and sugar until pale. Beat in the ground almonds, 1 egg and the rum to make the frangipane. Chill for 15 minutes.

    15 min
  2. 2

    Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan). Cut a 24 cm circle from each pastry sheet. Put one on a lined tray.

  3. 3

    Spread the frangipane over it, leaving a 2 cm border. Brush the border with beaten egg.

  4. 4

    Lay the second circle on top and press the edges to seal. Chill for 10 minutes.

    10 min
  5. 5

    Mix the yolk with the milk and brush over the top. Score a pattern with a knife tip, not cutting through.

  6. 6

    Bake for 30 minutes until deep golden and puffed. Serve warm.

    30 min

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