Pear Tarte Tatin
Pear Tarte Tatin is a classic French upside-down dessert featuring caramelized pears baked beneath a golden, flaky pastry crust. This elegant yet easy Pear Tarte Tatin recipe delivers rich buttery caramel flavor, tender fruit, and crisp pastry in every bite—perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40–50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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5–6 firm pears (such as Bosc or Anjou), peeled, halved, and cored
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3/4 cup granulated sugar
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of salt
- 1 sheet puff pastry or shortcrust pastry (rolled to fit skillet)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Toss peeled and halved pears with lemon juice to prevent browning.
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In an oven-safe skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add sugar and cook until it turns a deep amber caramel, stirring occasionally.
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Remove from heat. Arrange pears cut-side up snugly in the caramel. Sprinkle with salt and drizzle with vanilla extract.
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Return to low heat and cook for 10–15 minutes, allowing pears to soften slightly.
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Roll pastry to fit skillet. Place over pears and tuck edges inside the pan.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes, until pastry is golden brown and crisp.
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Cool for 5–10 minutes, then carefully invert onto a serving plate while still warm.
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Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
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Use firm pears to prevent mushy texture.
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Watch caramel closely—remove from heat once it reaches a rich amber color.
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Invert while warm to avoid sticking.
- If caramel hardens before flipping, gently warm the pan on the stove for 1–2 minutes.
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