Warm Pear Tarte Tatin
Warm Pear Tarte Tatin is a delightful French dessert that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors. This stunning dish features tender, caramelized pears nestled under a flaky puff pastry crust, making it an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. With its irresistible aroma and rich taste, this easy-to-make dessert is ideal for dinner parties or family gatherings. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent treat that will leave everyone raving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium ripe pears (about 600g), such as Bosc or Anjou
- 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 sheet puff pastry (about 250g), thawed
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Peel, core, and slice the pears into wedges about half an inch thick.
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Gradually add sugar while stirring until it forms a golden caramel.
- Arrange pear slices in the skillet and cook for about five minutes until they soften.
- Roll out puff pastry over the pears, tucking in the edges.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before inverting onto a plate.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg