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Pear Tart

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A rustic yet elegant pear tart featuring a crisp, buttery almond flour crust and tender cinnamon-honey glazed pears. Naturally sweetened and simple to prepare, this fall-inspired dessert is light, fragrant, and perfect for any occasion.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups blanched almond flour
  • 1/4 cup salted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 medium ripe pears, cored and sliced 1/4 inch thick
  • 1/4 cup cinnamon honey
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch tart pan.
  2. Whisk together melted butter, honey, and vanilla for the crust.
  3. Stir almond flour into the butter mixture until combined.
  4. Add egg and mix until a crumbly dough forms.
  5. Press dough evenly into tart pan, going halfway up the sides. Prick bottom with a fork.
  6. Bake crust for 8–10 minutes until set but still pale. Cool for 10 minutes.
  7. Arrange sliced pears in a spiral or fanned pattern over the crust.
  8. Sprinkle sliced almonds over pears if using. Cover crust edges with foil.
  9. Whisk cinnamon honey, melted butter, lemon juice, and vanilla. Pour evenly over pears.
  10. Bake 15–20 minutes until pears are tender and edges are golden.
  11. Cool 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use Anjou, Bartlett, or Bosc pears for best results.
  • Add ground cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
  • Substitute butter with coconut oil for dairy-free option.
  • Store refrigerated up to 3 days.
  • Warm in a 300°F oven for 8–10 minutes before serving.

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