Candied Pear & Blue Cheese Tartlets with Honey Drizzle
Delicate, buttery tartlet shells cradle sweet, caramelized pears and tangy, creamy blue cheese. A final drizzle of local honey adds an irresistible touch of sweetness, making these elegant appetizers a true indulgence.
Prep Time
60 min
Difficulty
Medium
Servings
12
Calories
180 kcal
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease 12 tartlet pans.
~5 min - 2
Roll out the puff pastry and cut out 12 rounds to fit the tartlet pans. Gently press the pastry into the pans.
~5 min - 3
Peel, core, and thinly slice the pears.
~5 min - 4
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add sliced pears, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cook, stirring occasionally, until pears are softened and slightly caramelized, about 8-10 minutes.
~10 min - 5
Divide the cooked pears evenly among the pastry-lined tartlet pans. Crumble blue cheese over the pears.
~3 min - 6
Whisk the egg with a teaspoon of water and brush the edges of the puff pastry with the egg wash.
~2 min - 7
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
~20 min - 8
Remove from oven and let cool slightly in the pans before transferring to a wire rack. Drizzle generously with honey.
~5 min
Tips
- For an extra touch of elegance, you can sprinkle a few chopped walnuts or pecans over the blue cheese before baking.
- These tartlets are best served warm, but they can also be enjoyed at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
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