Deliciously Simple Pear Tart Recipe for Home Cooks
This Easy Pear Tart features tender, flaky crust and sweet, juicy pears, making it an ideal dessert for gatherings or a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter chilled and cubed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2 to 3 ripe pears peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cubed butter and mix until crumbly.
- Stir in the egg yolk and enough cold water until dough holds together. Form into a disk and chill.
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to fit a 9-inch tart pan.
- Arrange the sliced pears in the prepared crust, overlapping them attractively.
- In a bowl, whisk together vanilla, cinnamon, cream, and any remaining sugar. Pour over pears.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the pears are tender and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired.