Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 sheet (14 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
- 4 ripe pears (about 1 pound), peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
40-45 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll out puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch (30 cm) round. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
- In a large bowl, combine pears, chocolate chips, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, heavy cream, and melted butter. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread pear mixture evenly over puff pastry, leaving a 1-inch (2.5 cm) border.
- Fold the border of the puff pastry over the pear mixture.
- Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until pastry is golden brown and pears are tender.
- Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8 of tart)
Calories: 350
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Flaky and buttery puff pastry
- Sweet and juicy pears
- Rich and decadent chocolate
- Perfect for special occasions or as a dessert after a hearty meal
User Comments:
- "This tart is absolutely divine! The combination of flavors is exquisite."
- "I love the crispy pastry and the tender pears. It's the perfect balance of textures."
- "This is my go-to dessert when I want to impress my guests. It's always a hit!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle to roll out the puff pastry.
- Don't overwork the puff pastry, as it will make it tough.
- If you don't have semisweet chocolate chips, you can use dark chocolate or milk chocolate instead.
- To make the tart ahead of time, bake it according to the instructions, then let it cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes before serving.
