Making this cream cheese peach galette is so simple. We used a store bought puff pastry, for the crust. The real star of the show are the sweet Georgia peaches from Pearson Farm. These are picked by hand and shipped directly to our doorstep. We just slice them up, and layer them onto this peach galette for a tasty that is out of this world.

Originally Published June 7, 2022

Modified July 28, 2025

When the sun-kissed days of summer start to wane and the warm breeze carries the sweet scent of ripe peaches, it’s time to celebrate the season’s bounty in the most delectable way possible. Enter the Peach Galette with Almond-Infused Cream Cheese, a delightful dessert that combines the juicy goodness of peaches with the creamy richness of almond-flavored cream cheese, all encased in a flaky puff pastry crust and topped with a generous sprinkle of coarse sugar for that irresistible crunch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

1. Creamy‑fruity flavor harmony
   The rich, almond‑infused cream cheese layer pairs beautifully with juicy fresh peaches—creating an irresistible balance of tang and sweetness in every bite.

2. Effortless and rustic charm
   A galette means no pie dish, no making pie dough, and is ready in about an hour. It looks rustic and impressive while keeping prep super simple.

3. Perfect summer treat
   Showcasing seasonal tree‑ripened, Pearson Farm peaches, this dessert captures the flavor of summer in a flaky puff pastry shell.

Ingredients for the Peach Galette with Almond Cream Cheese:

Cream Cheese: Cream cheese adds a rich and creamy texture to the filling. It’s also slightly tangy, which balances the sweetness of the peaches and sugar. The creaminess creates a luscious contrast to the crispy puff pastry.

Egg: (1 for the filling, 1 for egg wash):Eggs are binding agents in the cream cheese filling. The egg in the filling helps hold it together while baking, and the egg wash brushed on the pastry before baking gives it a beautiful golden brown finish.

Sugar: Sugar adds sweetness to the cream cheese filling, enhancing the overall flavor of the galette. It also helps create a caramelized, slightly crispy exterior on the puff pastry when it bakes.

Almond Extract: Almond extract provides a delightful nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the peaches and adds depth to the cream cheese filling. It pairs exceptionally well with stone fruits like peaches.

Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor profile of the dessert, adding a warm and comforting aroma and taste to the cream cheese filling.

Lemon Zest: Lemon zest adds a bright and citrusy element to the galette. It provides a refreshing contrast to the richness of the cream cheese and helps cut through the sweetness, making the dessert more balanced.

Puff Pastry: Puff pastry serves as the base and crust of the galette. It’s flaky, buttery, and provides a satisfying crunch that contrasts beautifully with the creamy filling and soft peaches.

Peaches: Peaches are the star of the galette, delivering a juicy and sweet fruitiness. They pair wonderfully with the almond and cream cheese flavors, and their natural juices create a luscious filling as they bake.

Course Sugar: Sprinkling coarse sugar on top of the galette just before baking adds a sweet and crunchy element to the pastry’s crust. You may substitute turbinado sugar.

Together, these ingredients combine to create a Peach Galette with Almond Cream Cheese that’s not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor and textural contrasts, making it a delightful dessert option.

How to make Peach Galette with Almond-Infused Cream Cheese

Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Roll Out the Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry on a piece of parchment. 

Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: Using a hand mixxer, in a small bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, egg,  almond & vanilla extract until well combined. Set aside.

Fill the Galette with Cream Cheese: Carefully transfer the rolled-out puff pastry on parchment onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread the almond-infused cream cheese evenly over the puff pastry, leaving a border of about 1-2 inches around the edges.

Arange the Peaches onto the Galette:  Arrange the thinly sliced peaches on top of the cream cheese, overlapping slightly. 

Fold and Seal: Gently fold the edges of the puff pastry over the filling, creating pleats as you go along. This creates a rustic, free-form crust that gives the galette its charm. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg to give it a beautiful golden color when baked.

Add the Sugary Crunch: Generously sprinkle coarse sugar over the entire galette, paying extra attention to the folded edges.

Bake to Perfection: Place the galette in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, and then turn pan and bake an additional 15 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the peaches are tender.

Cool and Serve: Allow the galette to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help the flavors meld together.

 

Storage & Re-heating Tips:

• Short-term fridge storage: Store any uneaten slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Enjoy within 2–3 days for best texture and flavor.

• Refreshing crispness: Just before serving, reheat slices in the oven at ~350 °F (175 °C) for about 5–8 minutes. This revives the pastry’s flakiness and warms the cream cheese without melting it.

• Zip‑top bags are okay: If you don’t have rigid containers, wrap slices tightly in plastic wrap and store in a zip‑top bag—even a light freezer bag works—pressing out air to prevent sogginess.

• Freeze for longer storage: While galettes aren’t ideal for prolonged freezing, you can freeze individual slices by:

  1. Wrapping each slice tightly in plastic wrap

  2. Storing in a sealed freezer bag or container

  3. Labeling with date (good for ~1 month)

  4. Thawing overnight in the fridge before reheating gently in the oven

Feeling Peachy? Try these peach treats!

• Peach Cake
• Peach Ice Cream
• Peach Cheese Cake