Description
These Pear Puff Pastry Tarts are a simple yet elegant dessert featuring caramelized pears on a flaky puff pastry base, topped with almond flour and brown sugar. Quick to prepare and perfect for impressing guests, these tarts offer a delicious balance of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
For the tarts:
Frozen puff pastry sheets
Pears (firm but ripe)
Almond flour
Brown sugar
Egg
Milk
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 190°C (370°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Slice the pears thinly and place them on paper towels to remove excess moisture.
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Cut the puff pastry into rectangles and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
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Sprinkle each pastry rectangle with almond flour, then top with the sliced pears.
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Sprinkle the pears with brown sugar.
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Whisk together the egg and milk, then brush the mixture around the edges of the pastry.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes, covering the tarts with foil after 15 minutes to prevent excessive browning.
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Let the tarts cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store the tarts in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for a few seconds or in a warm oven to crisp up the pastry again.
Variations: You can substitute pears with apples or figs. For extra sweetness, drizzle honey or homemade caramel on top. For a savory twist, add brie cheese or gorgonzola before baking.
Nuts: Toasted almonds or walnuts can be added to the filling for a crunchy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
