We talk a lot of about gratitude here. Often, these conversations come as a result of an overflow of joy or a season of abundance, but sometimes it’s out of necessity. Sometimes I literally have to list out the things I’m thankful for in order to remain grounded in the goodness that is all over my life. Do you know what I mean?

These past few weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions. There’s been fun-filled days where my heart could explode with love, but then there’s been others that have felt heavy and alone. There’s been moments of laughing till I cry and ones with so much fear and anxiety that the tears don’t even bother showing up. Call it hormones, call it crazy, call it what you want, but the truth is that even with so many true and beautiful things to be grateful for, I still find myself in a gross pit of despair at times. I think this is just the nature of being human. 

But then there’s gratitude. I read about it, I talk about it, I stare at my cup of coffee while thinking about it, because I need the daily reminder. Without a metronome of gratitude ticking throughout my day, I can lose track of that spark and zeal for life. Sometimes I get down about my circumstances, but gratitude is the pitcher that fills up my cup and pours over into some serious feelings of love and joy and wonder for all that exists in my world. 

So if you, like me, needed a reminder to approach today with a smile and a heart full of thankfulness, here is it. Maybe make a list of your own with one or ten or a hundred things in your world that are worth appreciating. I think it’s okay if that list is a little shorter some days than others, but there is always little flecks of goodness in your life if you’re willing to hunt them out. Once you uncover them, be encouraged and then get cracking in the kitchen to make the mini strawberry galettes that we’re about to dive in to!

These mini strawberry galettes are like little hand-sized open-faced pies that are as delicious as they are lovely. With a buttery crust, a sweet, fruity filling, and a simple almond crumble on top, these mini strawberry galettes are the perfect treat to indulge in this summer.

To make them, we start with the crust. I have batched my favorite pie crust for this recipe and I think it works splendidly. Roll the prepared, chilled dough out into a thin sheet and use a large cutter or a glass to trace out equal-sized rounds. Next comes the fruit! Right in the center of each dough round goes a plop of sugared strawberries that has just a bit of vanilla extract and some cornstarch to help thicken the juices. Gently fold the edges of the pie crust up over the outer rim of the fruit and press down generously to make sure that the pastry won’t unfold in the oven (been there, done that). Brush the pie crust with an egg wash and give the whole thing a sprinkle of that yummy almond crumble that I stole from this recipe. This step is optional, but I think it adds a little something special, don’t you think?

A couple things to know about this recipe:

First, be sure that your pie dough is cold when it goes into the oven! A surefire way to make your crust not so yummy is to let is get soft and soggy before it hits the heat. Second, adjust the sugar in the filling according to how sweet your berries are. If they’re out of season or tart, the filling may require an extra tablespoon of sugar, okay? Finally, feel free to batch this recipe to make a few extra! I like this dessert as an option for a small summer gathering, but certainly you can make a few more to serve a crowd.

These mini strawberry galettes are load of sweet summer goodness, and I really hope you’ll give them a try. I’m thankful for y’all and this fun place we’ve created here. Happy Friday!

If you like these mini strawberry galettes you should try:

Blueberry Galette with Cornmeal Crust

Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Raspberry Streusel Cake

Strawberry Icebox Cake

Raspberry Champagne Pop-Tarts 

 

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