Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart: A 42-year Secret
Indulge in the comforting flavors of the Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart: A 42-year Secret. This delightful dessert is a harmonious blend of warm chai spices, sweet ripe pears, and a crunchy almond crumble topping. Perfect for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this tart offers an inviting aroma that fills your kitchen with warmth. With its easy preparation steps, it’s accessible for bakers of all levels, making it a fantastic addition to any dessert spread. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for an unforgettable treat that keeps everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 4 ripe pears, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter
- Chai spice blend (includes ginger and cardamom)
Instructions
- Make the pastry by mixing flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare filling by combining sliced pears with brown sugar, flour, and spices in a separate bowl.
- For the crumble topping, mix oats, chopped almonds, brown sugar, and melted butter until combined.
- Roll out the chilled dough into a circle and place it in a tart pan. Trim edges as needed.
- Fill the tart shell with pear mixture and sprinkle crumble topping evenly over it.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-50 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg