Galette des Rois

Step 1

To make the almond cream filling, combine all the ingredients (almond meal, sugar, egg, vanilla extract, softened butter, and flour) in a food processor. Blend until a smooth and creamy paste is formed.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 3

Roll out the puff pastry sheets and cut out two 11-inch circles.

Step 4

Place the first circle on the prepared baking sheet and spread an even layer of the almond cream. Be sure to leave a 1-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

If using fava bean, add it at this point. Nestle it in the almond cream.

Step 6

Place the second disc on top of the filling and crimp the edges to seal the cake.

Step 7

Use a sharp knife to score a decorative pattern into the top layer of the pastry. Make sure though not to cut through the almond filling.

Step 8

Brush the galette with the beaten egg.

Step 9

Bake for about 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the cake from the oven and dust it with powdered sugar. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 11

Cool the cake for about 20 minutes.