Delight your senses with this Crustless Pear and Almond Tart, a rustic yet elegant dessert that celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe pears and the nutty richness of almonds. This gluten-free-friendly recipe combines almond flour with a hint of vanilla and almond extracts for a fragrant, moist batter that bakes up beautifully without the fuss of a pastry crust. Thinly sliced pears are artfully arranged on top, crowned with golden toasted almonds and a delicate dusting of powdered sugar. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short list of pantry staples, this light, flourless tart is a show-stopping treat for any dessert table, perfect for entertaining or indulging on a cozy evening. Serve it as is, or pair it with a dollop of whipped cream for an irresistible finish.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 9-inch tart pan or an equivalent round baking dish with butter and set aside.
Peel the pears, core them, and slice them into thin wedges. Set them aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar using a whisk or hand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, until fully incorporated.
Mix in the almond flour, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, and almond extract until you achieve a smooth batter.
Gradually add the milk to the batter and stir until it is well combined and slightly pourable.
Pour the batter into the prepared tart pan and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
Arrange the pear slices on top of the batter in a circular pattern, slightly overlapping them for a decorative look.
Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly over the top of the pears.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the tart is set and the top is golden brown. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean.
Allow the tart to cool to room temperature before dusting it lightly with powdered sugar for garnish.
Slice and serve on its own or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of indulgence.
Calories |
1711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.1 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.5 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 174 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.7 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.2 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.0 g | ||
| Protein | 45.0 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1047 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.