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Pear Tarte Tatin

A delightful twist on the classic French dessert featuring sweet caramelized pears and a flaky pastry crust.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 ripe pears peeled, cored, and quartered
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed if frozen
  • Pinch of salt

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Rolling pin
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Peel, core, and quarter the pears.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  4. Add the sugar and stir until it begins to bubble.
  5. Carefully arrange the pear quarters in the caramel, cut side up.
  6. Sprinkle the ground cinnamon and vanilla extract over the pears.
  7. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to fit the skillet.
  8. Cover the pears with the rolled pastry, tucking the edges down inside the skillet.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes until the pastry is golden brown.
  10. Allow the tart to cool for a few minutes, then carefully flip it onto a serving plate.

Notes

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent treat.