Description
A luscious upside-down tart made with caramelized pears, toasted pecans, and a golden puff pastry crust—all kissed with rich maple syrup for a cozy, fall-perfect dessert.
Ingredients
- Pears: 4 medium ripe pears (Bosc or Anjou), peeled, cored, and sliced
- Maple Syrup: 1/2 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1/4 cup (half a stick)
- Brown Sugar: 1/3 cup
- Pecans: 3/4 cup, toasted and roughly chopped
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt: a pinch
- Puff Pastry: 1 sheet, thawed
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and place the rack in the center.
- Combine Ingredients: In your skillet over medium heat, melt butter with maple syrup and brown sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves, forming a golden caramel. Add cinnamon, salt, and vanilla.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Let the caramel simmer for 2–3 minutes. Carefully arrange the pear slices in a circular pattern in the caramel. Sprinkle the toasted pecans evenly over the top.
- Assemble the Dish: Gently drape the puff pastry over the fruit and tuck the edges around the pears like a cozy blanket. Cut a few small slits in the pastry to let steam escape.
- Cook to Perfection: Transfer skillet to oven and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden.
- Finishing Touches: Allow the tart to cool in the skillet for 5–10 minutes, then place a plate on top and carefully flip to invert.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm, optionally with whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or crème fraîche.
Notes
- Use firm, ripe pears to avoid mushiness.
- Let the tart cool slightly before flipping to keep the caramel intact.
- Toast the pecans for enhanced flavor.
- For extra shine, brush with a little warm maple syrup before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Pear tarte tatin, maple pecan tart, fall dessert, upside-down tart, puff pastry tart