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Puff Pastry Pear Tarts

Indulgent Puff Pastry Pear Tarts That Wow Every Time

Enjoy these Easy Puff Pastry Pear Tarts filled with sweet pears and a hint of cinnamon for an elegant dessert.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tarts
  • 1 package puff pastry Use high-quality, store-bought for best results.
  • 4 medium pears Substitutes like apples, peaches, or plums can be used.
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar Adjust based on the fruit’s natural sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar Optional for depth and caramel flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg or cardamom.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Prevents pears from browning.
For the Glaze
  • 1 egg egg & milk For egg wash; can be replaced with plant-based milk.
  • ¼ cup fig jam Adds shine; honey or maple syrup can be substitutes.
For Topping
  • ¼ cup toasted almonds Can be substituted with other nuts or omitted.
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar Optional for dusting before serving.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • pastry brush
  • fork
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Wash and thinly slice the pears, toss them with lemon juice, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  3. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into 12 rectangles, scoring a ½-inch border around each piece.
  4. Poke holes in the inner rectangle of each pastry piece using a fork.
  5. Whisk together an egg and a splash of milk, then brush the edges of each rectangle with the mixture.
  6. Arrange the seasoned pear slices within the scored border of each puff pastry rectangle.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and puffed up.
  8. Brush the baked tarts with warm fig jam, sprinkle with toasted almonds, and optionally dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These tarts are best served warm. They can be modified for vegan audiences by using plant-based ingredients.

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