Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart: A 42-year Secret
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of the Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart, a beloved family recipe passed down for 42 years. This delightful dessert features tender spiced pears enveloped in a nutty almond crumble, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. Ideal for any gathering or cozy night in, this tart fills the air with inviting aromas and serves as an unforgettable ending to your meal. Whether enjoyed warm or at room temperature, it pairs beautifully with dairy-free ice cream or a cup of tea, making every bite a nostalgic experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 4 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and sliced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon chai spice blend
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Make the pastry by mixing flour, sugar, salt, and cold butter until crumbly. Add ice water gradually until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Prepare the filling by combining sliced pears with brown sugar, flour, chai spice blend, ginger, and cardamom.
- Create the crumble topping by mixing oats, chopped almonds, brown sugar, and melted butter.
- Roll out chilled dough into a circle and place it in a tart pan. Fill with pear mixture and top with crumble.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-50 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg