Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of spicy chai and sweet pears with this life-changing Chai Pear Tart. Bursting with flavor, this delectable dessert is ready in just 15 minutes, making it the ultimate treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
– 1 sheet pre-made pie dough
– 3 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
– 1/2 cup granulated sugar
– 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
– 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
– 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
– 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. 2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced pears, sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. Toss to coat the pears evenly.
3. 3. Unroll the pie dough and place it in a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Gently press the dough into the pan, trimming any excess.
4. 4. Arrange the spiced pear slices in a circular pattern, overlapping slightly, in the prepared tart crust.
5. 5. Brush the pears and the edge of the tart crust with the melted butter.
6. 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the pears are tender.
7. 7. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For a more intense chai flavor, you can add 1 teaspoon of ground black tea to the spice mixture. Serve the Chai Pear Tart warm or at room temperature, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Cakes, Pies & Cheesecakes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American