Embark on a culinary journey to discover the exquisite flavors of the French almond pear tart, a classic dessert that tantalizes the taste buds with its delicate balance of sweet and nutty flavors. This timeless pastry has captured the hearts of dessert enthusiasts worldwide with its delectable filling encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this article will provide you with the essential guidance and inspiration to create an unforgettable French almond pear tart that will leave your family and friends craving for more.
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ALMOND PEAR TART
I had never seen a "pie without a pan" until my daughter brought back this wonderful pear almond tart recipe from a Rotary Club exchange program in Belgium. It's still a family favorite after all these years. -Sherry LaMay, Capitan, New Mexico
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll dough into a 10-in. circle. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet. , In a large bowl, combine 3/4 cup sugar and flour; add pears and toss to coat. Spoon over the crust to within 2 in. of edges. Fold up edges of crust over filling, leaving center uncovered. Sprinkle with remaining sugar. , Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is bubbly. Sprinkle with almonds; bake 5 minutes longer. Using the parchment, slide tart onto a wire rack to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
PEAR AND ALMOND FRENCH TOAST CASSEROLE
An easy, layered dish that refrigerates overnight so you have more time to spend with your guests in the morning! This recipe makes a lot, so it's great for a crowd.
Provided by abfabmom
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs
Time 9h
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Evenly distribute the butter cubes into the bottom of a 10x14-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the brown sugar over the butter. Arrange the pear slices into the bottom of the dish. Arrange the bread cubes into a single layer over the pears.
- Mix the eggs, milk, sugar, vanilla extract, and almond extract together in a bowl until fully blended; pour evenly over the bread cubes, assuring all pieces are evenly covered. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and chill overnight in refrigerator.
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and allow to warm while the oven preheats.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the top of the bread is golden brown and the eggs have solidified, 45 to 60 minutes. Top with the sliced almonds to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 120.6 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 215.2 mg, Sugar 12.3 g
PEAR AND ALMOND TART
Categories Dessert Bake Poach Pear Almond Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For pears:
- Bring 4 cups water, sugar, and lemon juice to boil in large saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add pears. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until pears are very tender, turning occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool pears in syrup. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
- For crust:
- Blend powdered sugar, almonds, and salt in processor until nuts are finely ground. Add butter and blend until smooth, scraping down sides of bowl occasionally. Mix in egg yolk. Add flour. Using on/off turns, blend until dough comes together in clumps. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Wrap in plastic and chill at least 3 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
- For almond filling:
- Finely grind almonds and flour in processor. Mix in 7 tablespoons sugar, then butter, blending until smooth. Mix in egg. Transfer filling to medium bowl. Cover and chill at least 3 hours. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Keep chilled.)
- Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F. Roll out chilled dough on floured sheet of parchment paper to 12-inch round, lifting and turning dough occasionally to free from paper. Using paper as aid, turn dough into 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom; peel off paper. Seal any cracks in dough. Trim overhang to 1/2 inch. Fold overhang in, making double-thick sides. Pierce crust all over with fork. Freeze crust 10 minutes.
- Line crust with buttered foil, buttered side down, then fill with dried beans or pie weights. Bake crust until sides are set, about 20 minutes. Remove foil and beans. Bake crust until sides are golden and bottom is set, pressing with back of fork if crust bubbles, about 10 minutes longer. Cool crust in pan on rack. Reduce oven temperature to 350°F.
- Spread almond filling evenly in crust. Stem pears and cut each in half lengthwise; scoop out cores. Cut each half crosswise into thin slices. Gently press each pear half to fan slices but keep slices tightly overlapped. Slide spatula under pears and arrange atop filling like spokes of wheel with narrow ends in center.
- Bake tart until golden and tester inserted into center of filling comes out clean, about 55 minutes. Cool tart in pan on rack. Push pan bottom up, releasing tart from pan. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.) Cut tart into wedges; sprinkle with powdered sugar, if desired, and serve.
FRENCH PUFF PASTRY TART WITH PEARS AND CHOCOLATE
This pear tart has everything that complements pears: a puff pastry base, chocolate, custard, and almonds.
Provided by UneTortuedanslaCuisine
Categories World Cuisine Recipes European French
Time 50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Line a tart pan with parchment paper. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Combine butter and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar in a large bowl; beat using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Mix in almond flour. Add eggs 1 at a time and mix until well combined.
- Line a tart pan with the puff pastry and prick with a fork all over.
- Place chocolate in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir frequently, scraping down the sides with a rubber spatula to avoid scorching, until melted, about 5 minutes. Cool slightly. Cover puff pastry with melted chocolate.
- Carefully pour egg mixture on top of the chocolate on the puff pastry without mixing the 2 layers. Arrange pear slices on top of the tart.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pastry has puffed up and is golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 547.8 calories, Carbohydrate 50.6 g, Cholesterol 80.2 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 13.5 g, Sodium 105.8 mg, Sugar 29.8 g
Tips:
- To make the perfect almond filling, use a combination of almond flour, sugar, and melted butter. Ensure the butter is not too hot, as this can cause the almonds to clump.
- For a crispy tart crust, pre-bake the dough before adding the filling. This will prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
- Use ripe, firm pears for the filling. Avoid pears that are too soft or bruised, as they will not hold their shape when baked.
- To create a shiny glaze for the tart, brush the pears with a mixture of apricot preserves and water before baking. This will help them caramelize and add a touch of sweetness.
- Serve the tart warm or at room temperature with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Conclusion:
The French almond pear tart is a classic dessert that is both elegant and delicious. With its crispy crust, creamy almond filling, and sweet, caramelized pears, it is sure to impress your friends and family. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this tart is a great way to challenge yourself and create a stunning dessert that will be the star of any gathering. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!
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