Pear And Cheese Tart (tarta De Pera Y Queso)

This Pear and Cheese Tart, or Tarta de Pera y Queso, is a delightful dessert from Extremaduran cuisine that combines the sweetness of ripe pears with the creamy richness of cheese in a flaky pastry crust. It's the perfect treat for any occasion!

Pear And Cheese Tart (tarta De Pera Y Queso)

Ingredients

  • 1 sheet of puff pastry
  • 2 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
  • 200g of cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup of sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 1 egg, beaten

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Roll out the puff pastry and place it in a tart pan.
  3. In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the puff pastry.
  5. Arrange the sliced pears on top of the cream cheese.
  6. Brush the edges of the pastry with the beaten egg.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the pears are tender.
  8. Let the tart cool before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
5g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Tart pan Bowl Baking brush

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Pear and Cheese Tart with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For an extra touch of flavor, sprinkle some cinnamon or nutmeg over the pears before baking.

Cost

$10