Homemade Pear Tart
Indulge in the delightful experience of a homemade pear tart, where perfectly ripe pears meet buttery puff pastry, cinnamon, and brown sugar. This easy-to-make dessert is not only visually stunning but also fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma that will captivate your guests. Perfect for any occasion, this pear tart is sure to impress with its balance of sweetness and spice, making it a cherished addition to your recipe repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears, sliced thinly
- 1 sheet (about 8 oz) puff pastry, thawed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss sliced pears with brown sugar and cinnamon until evenly coated.
- Roll out puff pastry on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Arrange pears neatly over the puff pastry, leaving a one-inch border.
- Brush the edges of the pastry with melted butter.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
- Let cool slightly before slicing; serve warm with ice cream or whipped cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (95g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg