Biscuit Galettes Bretonnes

Treat yourself to the delicate, buttery indulgence of Biscuit Galettes Bretonnes, a classic French shortbread-style cookie hailing from the Brittany region. These golden biscuits are crafted with simple yet high-quality ingredients like softened unsalted butter, fine sea salt, and a touch of egg wash for a beautiful glaze, giving them their signature crumbly texture and subtly sweet flavor. With a hint of rustic charm, these biscuits feature a decorative fork-pressed pattern, perfect for elevating your tea-time spread or pairing with a morning coffee. Ready in just 35 minutes, this timeless recipe is easy to prepare and yields approximately 20 cookies that can be stored for up to a week, making them an elegant and practical treat for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 20

Ingredients

• 150 grams unsalted butter, softened
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 200 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1 egg yolk (for glaze)
• 1 teaspoon water (for glaze)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar using a hand mixer or a stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.

Step 3

Add in the egg and beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until a dough forms. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it out to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 7

Using a round cookie cutter, cut out biscuits and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each biscuit.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and water to create an egg wash.

Step 9

Gently brush the top of each biscuit with the egg wash to give them a glossy finish when baked.

Step 10

Using a fork, gently press onto each biscuit to create cross patterns or deco patterns, being careful not to pierce through the dough.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the biscuits are golden brown around the edges.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the biscuits to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Store cooled biscuits in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	535.1 grams (535.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2345

Total Fat 135.90g	174%
Saturated Fat 81.00g	405%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 731mg	244%
Sodium 1561mg	68%
Total Carbohydrate 256.00g	93%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 100.70g
Protein 31.20g	62%

Vitamin D 72IU	359%
Calcium 107mg	8%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 336mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 43.2%