This vegan rustic pear tart is a charming dessert that combines the natural sweetness of ripe pears with a golden, flaky crust. Perfect for any occasion, this tart boasts a rustic, homemade feel that is both elegant and inviting.
The pears, nestled in a light almond filling, caramelize beautifully as they bake, creating a delightful contrast of textures and flavors.
With its simple ingredients and heartwarming presentation, this pear tart is a delightful way to showcase the beauty of plant-based baking, making every slice a cozy, comforting treat.
This Pear Tart recipe is the perfect spring dessert – it has a flaky crust filled with juicy pears and is topped with a sweet crumble.
How to Make Vegan Rustic Pear Tart
To make a Vegan Rustic Pear Tart, start by preparing the crust. In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt, pulsing a few times to mix. Add cold vegan butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. With the motor running, slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together—be careful not to overmix. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to form a disc. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the pear filling by washing and thinly slicing the pears. Toss the pear slices with lemon juice to prevent browning. Next, make the crumb topping by combining the topping ingredients in the food processor and mixing until crumbly.
Once the dough is chilled, roll it out on a lightly floured surface to a 10-12 inch circle. Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch tart pan, pressing it gently into the bottom and sides of the pan, making sure to get into the corners. Trim any excess dough from the edges. Arrange the pear slices in a decorative pattern over the dough and brush them with melted vegan butter. Sprinkle the crumb topping over the pears.
Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the pears are softened. Allow the tart to cool slightly before serving to enjoy a delicious, rustic dessert.
Vegan French Pear Tart
Ingredients
The Crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup vegan butter cold and cubed
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons ice water
The Pear Filling:
- 3-4 medium ripe pears
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon melted vegan butter
Topping:
- 2 tablespoons flour
- ¾ cups sugar
- 2 tablespoons cold margarine or butter
Instructions
Make the Vegan Crust:
- In a food processor, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Pulse a few times to combine.
- Add the cold vegan butter cubes and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- With the motor running, slowly add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it a few times to form a disc.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Pear Filling
- Wash and thinly slice the pears.
- In a bowl, toss the pear slices with lemon juice to prevent browning.
Make the Crumb Topping:
- Combine the topping ingredients in the food processor and mix until crumbly.
Assemble the Tart:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a 10-12 inch circle.
- Carefully transfer the dough to a 9-inch tart pan. Press the dough gently into the bottom and sides of the pan, making sure to get into the corners. You can use your fingertips or the back of a spoon.
- Trim any excess dough from the edges.
- Arrange the prepared pear slices in a decorative pattern over the dough.
- Brush the pear slices with the melted vegan butter.
Bake the Tart:
- Bake the tart for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the pears are softened.
Tips
- Keep the Butter Cold: Ensure the vegan butter is cold before adding it to the flour mixture. This helps create a flaky crust by preventing the butter from melting into the dough too quickly.
- Control the Water: Add ice water to the dough gradually. The dough should just come together without being too wet. Overmixing or adding too much water can make the crust tough.
- Prevent Pear Browning: Toss the pear slices with lemon juice immediately after slicing to prevent them from browning and to enhance their flavor.
- Crumb Topping Consistency: When making the crumb topping, stop mixing as soon as the mixture becomes crumbly. Over-processing can turn the topping into a paste instead of maintaining its crumbly texture.
Looking for more delicious vegan recipes? Try my Vegan Banana Nut Muffins or my Fudgy Vegan Brownies.
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