Jul 14 2026
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Warm Pear Almond Tart Recipe

Inspired by La Cuchara
Time2h
Serves8

Brown Butter Ice Cream, Dulce de Leche, Oat Crumble

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Ingredients

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Tart Crust

Pear Filling

Brown Butter Ice Cream

Dulce de Leche

Oat Crumble

Method

Tart Crust

  1. 1

    Prepare the Tart Crust

    In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan until browned, then let cool slightly before adding it to the flour mixture. Mix until crumbly, then add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, until the dough comes together. Form into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Bake the Tart Crust

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and fit it into a tart pan. Prick the bottom with a fork, then bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden. Allow to cool.

Pear Filling

  1. 3

    Prepare the Pear Filling

    In a large bowl, toss together the sliced pears, granulated sugar, lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Let sit for 10 minutes to allow the pears to release some juices.

  2. 4

    Fill the Tart

    Arrange the pear mixture evenly over the cooled tart crust.

Brown Butter Ice Cream

  1. 5

    Make the Brown Butter

    In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Cook until it turns a deep golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

  2. 6

    Prepare Ice Cream Base

    In another saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, and granulated sugar. Heat until sugar dissolves. In a bowl, whisk egg yolks, then temper with a bit of the warm cream mixture. Gradually whisk in the remaining cream mixture. Cook over low heat until thickened, then remove from heat and stir in the brown butter and vanilla extract. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.

  3. 7

    Churn the Ice Cream

    Once chilled, churn the mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Freeze until firm.

Dulce de Leche

  1. 8

    Make the Dulce de Leche

    Place the can of sweetened condensed milk in a saucepan covered with water. Simmer for 2-3 hours, making sure to keep the can covered with water at all times. Once done, allow to cool before opening.

Oat Crumble

  1. 9

    Prepare Oat Crumble

    In a bowl, mix rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt until combined. Spread the mixture on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden and crispy. Allow to cool.

Assembly

  1. 10

    Assemble the Tart

    Once the tart is filled with pears, sprinkle the oat crumble over the top. Bake the tart at 350°F (175°C) for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pears are tender.

  2. 11

    Serve

    Serve warm with a scoop of brown butter ice cream and drizzle with dulce de leche.

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