Pear Goat Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts
- Elegant tarts featuring sweet pears and tangy goat cheese on flaky puff pastry.
- A perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors in every bite.
- Ideal for brunch, appetizers, or a sophisticated light meal.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 9 tarts 1x
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 medium ripe pears (Anjou or Bosc), thinly sliced
- 4 ounces goat cheese, softened
- 2 teaspoons honey, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Pinch of freshly ground black pepper
- 1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water (optional, for egg wash)
- Flaky sea salt (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Unfold thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and cut into 9 equal squares (about 3×3 inches each).
- Transfer squares to prepared baking sheet, leaving 1 inch between each.
- Score a ½-inch border around each pastry square, cutting halfway through the dough.
- Prick the inner portion of each square several times with a fork.
- Mix softened goat cheese with 1 teaspoon honey until smooth.
- Spread goat cheese mixture onto the center of each square, staying within the scored border.
- Arrange 2-3 thin pear slices on top of the goat cheese.
- Drizzle remaining honey over pears and sprinkle with thyme leaves and black pepper.
- Brush pastry borders with egg wash if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Allow tarts to cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with additional honey drizzle if desired.
Notes
- For best results, use pears that are ripe but still firm to prevent excess moisture.
- Tarts can be assembled up to 24 hours in advance and kept refrigerated before baking.
- Store leftover tarts in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes to restore crispness.
- Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 125
- Fat: 11
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 14
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 7
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