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Pear & Vanilla Bean Bliss Tart

Decadent Pear & Vanilla Bean Bliss Tart for Sweet Moments

Indulge in this Pear & Vanilla Bean Bliss Tart, a luxurious dessert that's a make-ahead marvel, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying cozy evenings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour blend if needed.
  • 1/2 cup almond flour Omit or replace with more all-purpose flour if unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Cold, cubed; use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.
  • 3 tbsp ice-cold water
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
For the Filling
  • 3 large ripe pears Bartlett or Bosc; avoid overripe pears.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Substitute with full-fat coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 4 large egg yolks
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Optional to reduce for lower-sugar option.
  • 1 tbsp vanilla bean Can be replaced with a tablespoon of almond extract.
  • 2 tbsp honey Consider maple syrup as a delicious substitute.
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/8 tsp flaky sea salt Use sparingly.
For the Glaze
  • 2 tbsp honey Can be mixed with lemon juice.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • tart pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Method
 

Prepare the Crust
  1. In a food processor, combine all-purpose flour and salt. Add unsalted butter, pulsing until it resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually drizzle in ice-cold water until dough starts to come together. Shape into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for at least 30 minutes.
Pre-bake the Crust
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the tart dough on a floured surface to fit your tart pan. Place it in the pan, pressing gently into the edges and line with parchment and pie weights. Blind-bake for 20-25 minutes, or until edges are golden.
Make the Custard
  1. While crust is cooling, whisk egg yolks and sugar until pale and creamy. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering, then gradually pour into egg mixture, whisking constantly. Return to saucepan and cook on low for 3-5 minutes until thickened.
Assemble the Tart
  1. Arranging thin slices of pears over the cooled crust, pour the vanilla custard over the pears. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until custard is set.
Glaze the Tart
  1. Whisk together honey and lemon juice. After tart cools for 10 minutes, brush the glaze over the top.
Cool and Serve
  1. Allow the tart to rest for 10-20 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with vanilla ice cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Expert tips include ensuring even slices of pears and allowing the tart to cool for clean cuts. Experiment with flavors like cardamom in the glaze.

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