Pear and chocolate tart
8 servings
60 minutes
Pear and chocolate tart is a refined combination of delicate dough, rich dark chocolate, and sweet, juicy pears. This dessert hails from European cuisine, where the harmony of flavors and textures is cherished. The crispy crust soaked in melted chocolate perfectly complements the soft slices of pear that release their aroma during baking. The finishing touch is a vanilla-cream glaze that adds tenderness and lightness to the pie. The tart is suitable for cozy home tea gatherings as well as festive dinners where it invariably becomes the star of the table. Due to its simple preparation and accessible ingredients, this dessert can be made even by beginners, while its sophisticated taste will delight the most discerning gourmets.
1
Melt the butter, mix with flour, and add salted water. Knead the dough, wrap in film, and refrigerate for half an hour.
- Butter: 50 g
- Wheat flour: 220 g
- Water: 70 ml
- Salt: pinch
2
Roll out the dough, place it in a 26 cm round mold, create edges. Prick, cover with foil, and bake for 10 minutes at 200 degrees. Remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
3
Chop the chocolate and evenly sprinkle it over the cake. Slice the pears thinly and layer them on top of the chocolate.
- Dark chocolate: 75 g
- Pears: 4 pieces
4
Whisk the egg and cream, pour over the filling. Place in the oven for 10 minutes at 200 degrees.
- Chicken egg: 1 piece
- Cream 23%: 125 ml
5
Remove the pie, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for another 25 minutes at 180 degrees.
- Brown sugar: 50 g
- Vanilla sugar: 5 g