Epiphany calls for the iconic galette des rois, and as a seasoned home baker, nothing beats a homemade version to make the celebration special. This year, I'm sharing my foolproof chocolate frangipane galette—a family favorite that my kids adore, especially the thrill of drawing the fève to crown the king or queen.
Even if I don't get the fève this time, this recipe makes me the undisputed queen of the kitchen.
Contents
- Ingredients for 8 people
- How to make it
- Result
- Bonus tip
- Budget
Preparation: 25 mins - Cooking: 30 min - Difficulty: easy
For 8 people - Budget per person: €0.43
Ingredients for 8 people
- 2 rolls of puff pastry (store-bought)
- 100g ground almonds
- 100g dark chocolate pieces
- 120g butter
- 100g sugar
- 2 eggs + 1 egg yolk (for the glaze)
- 1 fève (porcelain bean)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Melt the butter and chocolate together in a saucepan over low heat.
- Beat the eggs with the sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the melted butter-chocolate mixture and ground almonds to the egg mixture, stirring until smooth.
- Unroll one puff pastry sheet onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spoon the chocolate frangipane filling into the center, spreading it evenly while leaving a 2 cm border around the edges.
- Press the fève into the filling.
- Cover with the second puff pastry sheet, pressing the edges firmly to seal.
- Brush the top with beaten egg yolk for a golden shine.
- Use a fork or knife to score decorative patterns on top.
- Bake at 180°C for about 30 minutes until puffed and golden.
The Result
Your galette des rois is ready to enjoy! This homemade version is not only simple but also incredibly budget-friendly.
Bonus Tip
Every year, I hide two fèves so my two little ones can both be crowned—pure family magic!
Budget Breakdown
- 2 rolls of puff pastry (around 460g): €3.39/kg = €1.56
- 100g ground almonds: €8.40/kg = €0.84
- 100g dark chocolate pieces: €3.60/kg = €0.36
- 2 eggs + 1 yolk: €0.75
Total: €0.43 per person or €3.51 for 8 people.
