Description
Pear Tarte Tatin is a classic French dessert that transforms juicy caramelized pears into a stunning, flaky masterpiece. This delightful dish fills your kitchen with the warm aroma of buttery caramel and offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe captures the essence of a charming French bistro experience without leaving your home.
Ingredients
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- 4 firm pears (Bosc or Anjou)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and select an oven-safe skillet.
- Melt butter in the skillet over medium heat, then stir in brown sugar until dissolved, cooking for 2 minutes until smooth caramel forms.
- Slice pears and arrange them cut-side down atop the caramel.
- Roll out puff pastry, covering the pears and tucking in edges; poke holes for steam to escape.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and puffed.
- Let cool slightly before flipping onto a serving plate to reveal the caramelized pears.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg