Delicious and elegant Pear Tarte Tatin recipe

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Delicious and elegant Pear Tarte Tatin recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 23, 2024

Pear Tarte Tatin is a mouth-watering dessert that combines buttery caramelized pears with flaky puff pastry. This recipe is a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors, making it a great choice for any special occasion or dinner party. The caramelized pears on top create a beautiful presentation that will impress anyone who tries it.

Ingredients

  • 4 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
  • Vanilla ice cream, for serving

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
  2. In a cast iron skillet, melt the sugar over medium heat until it turns into a light caramel color.
  3. Add the butter to the caramel and stir until melted.
  4. Arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern on top of the caramel.
  5. Place the puff pastry over the pears and tuck in the edges.
  6. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  7. Carefully invert the tarte onto a serving plate.
  8. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Interesting Facts

  • Tarte Tatin is named after the Tatin sisters who created the dessert in France.
  • This dessert is often made with apples, but pears provide a unique twist.