Ingredients for Joan's Pear Tart
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter
- 1 cup + 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0 Flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 8 ounces softened cream cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 4-6 drained pear halves (about 2 medium pears)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping)
- Whipped cream, if desired, for garnish
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How to Make Joan's Pear Tart
- In a large bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (1 stick) softened unsalted butter, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans and mix well.
- Press the pecan mixture firmly into the bottom and up the sides of an 11-inch tart pan with a removable bottom.
- In a separate bowl, beat together 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the cream cheese filling over the pecan crust.
- Arrange 4-6 drained pear halves (about 2 medium pears, peeled, cored, and halved) in a decorative pattern on top of the filling. Sprinkle generously with a mixture of 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Bake at 450°F (232°C) for 10 minutes. Reduce the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and bake for an additional 25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before carefully removing the tart from the pan. Serve warm and garnish with whipped cream, if desired.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
8 g
Sugar
166g
Fat
67g
Carbs
18g
