Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze
A delicate tart featuring Uruguayan dulce de leche filling and quince compote, finished with a floral honey glaze. This uruguayan-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, dulce de leche into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup dulce de leche
- 2 medium quince
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- pinch sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: For crust: Pulse 1 1/4 cups flour and 1/4 tsp salt in a food processor. Add 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into cubes, and pulse until pea-sized crumbs form. Press into a 9-inch tart pan, then chill for 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake crust for 15 minutes until golden. Reduce heat to 350°F.
- Step 3: Peel and core quince, then dice into 1/4-inch cubes. Simmer with 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt for 20 minutes until translucent.
- Step 4: Spread dulce de leche evenly over the baked crust. Top with quince compote, arranging pieces in a pattern.
- Step 5: Bake for 25 minutes until golden. Cool completely, then drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp honey and 1/2 tsp lemon zest for glaze.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (35 min prep + 45 min cook). Most home bakers find this fits a weekend afternoon; chill or store as the recipe directs before serving.
How do I store leftover Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze?
Cool fully before storing. Most baked desserts keep at room temperature in an airtight container for 2–3 days, or in the fridge for up to 5 days. Cream- or custard-based desserts must go in the fridge within 2 hours; reheat gently or serve cold per the recipe.
Can I substitute ingredients in Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Dulce de Leche and Quince Tart with Honey Glaze?
Uruguayan desserts like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The honey glaze really elevated the dulce de leche and quince flavors. A must-try!
- ★★★★★
This tart was a hit at my family dinner! The dulce de leche and quince combo is perfect.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavors, but the quince took longer to cook than expected. Still delicious though.
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