Description
An elegant yet simple salted caramel pear tart made with a buttery crisp crust, tender baked pears, and rich salted caramel that feels cozy, indulgent, and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for crust)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3–4 tbsp ice water
- 3 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for caramel)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in chilled butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add ice water one tablespoon at a time until dough just comes together.
- Press or roll dough into a tart pan and bake for 15 minutes to set the crust.
- While the crust bakes, heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and caramelized.
- Carefully stir in heavy cream, butter, and sea salt until smooth.
- Arrange sliced pears evenly over the pre-baked crust.
- Pour salted caramel over the pears.
- Bake for an additional 25–30 minutes until golden and bubbling.
- Allow tart to cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Protein: 4g