Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart
A rustic tart featuring oven-roasted pears nestled in a tender almond frangipane crust, delivering a perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 80 minutes layers medium ripe pears, peeled and sliced, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, cold and cubed 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 8, 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
- 3 medium ripe pears, peeled and sliced
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp almond extract
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar for dusting
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a food processor, pulse 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/2 cup cold cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Step 2: Add 1 large egg and pulse just until the dough comes together; press the dough into a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom, pushing evenly up the sides.
- Step 3: Bake the crust for 15 minutes until lightly golden; remove from the oven and cool slightly.
- Step 4: In a bowl, whisk 1/2 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 tsp almond extract until smooth to make the frangipane filling.
- Step 5: Spread the almond filling evenly over the par-baked tart crust.
- Step 6: Arrange 3 peeled and sliced medium pears on top of the almond filling in a single layer.
- Step 7: Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, until the pears are tender and the frangipane is set and golden.
- Step 8: Remove from oven and let cool for 20 minutes before dusting with 2 tbsp powdered sugar and serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (25 min prep + 55 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 Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart?
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 Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart?
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 Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). 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 Oven-Roasted Pear and Almond Tart?
French 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.
