Rustic Roasted Pear and Almond Tart
A warm, inviting tart featuring caramelized roasted pears atop a crisp almond frangipane, all encased in a buttery pastry crust. This french-inspired desserts ready in about 90 minutes layers all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt 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 360 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
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 8 tbsp (1 stick), cold and cubed unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/3 cup (5 tbsp), softened unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 medium, peeled, halved and cored ripe pears
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- for dusting powdered sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large bowl, combine 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cut in 8 tbsp cold cubed unsalted butter with a pastry cutter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add 3 tbsp cold water, mixing gently until dough holds together. Form into disk, wrap in plastic, refrigerate 30 minutes.
- Step 2: Roll dough on floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Step 3: In a medium bowl, beat 1/3 cup softened unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in 1 cup almond flour, then 1 large egg and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 4: Spread almond mixture evenly over chilled dough, leaving a 2-inch border. Arrange 3 peeled, halved, and cored pears cut side up on almond filling. Brush pears with 1 tbsp lemon juice and sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon evenly.
- Step 5: Fold edges of dough over pears, pleating to form rustic tart. Bake at 375°F for 45-50 minutes until crust is golden and pears are tender.
- Step 6: Cool tart on wire rack for 20 minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving warm or at room temperature.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Rustic Roasted Pear and Almond Tart take to make?
Total time is about 90 minutes (40 min prep + 50 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 Rustic 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 Rustic 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 Rustic 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 Rustic 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.
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