Spiced Pear & Almond Tart with Salted Caramel
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Spiced Pear & Almond Tart with Salted Caramel. This delightful dessert features a buttery, flaky crust filled with tender, spiced pears and creamy almond filling, all topped with rich salted caramel. Perfect for cozy gatherings or special occasions, this tart is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking powder
- 3 ripe pears (peeled and thinly sliced)
- 1 cup almond meal
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in sugar.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches wide and fit it into a greased tart pan. Poke holes in the bottom with a fork.
- In another bowl, whisk together almond meal, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Pour into the prepared tart shell.
- Arrange sliced pears evenly over the almond filling.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and set. Let cool slightly before drizzling with salted caramel.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (90g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: You can substitute almonds with walnuts or pecans for a different nutty flavor. Adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the flavor profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.