Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart: A 42-year Secret
Indulge in the warmth of Chai Spiced Pear Almond Crumble Tart: A 42-year Secret, a dessert that perfectly blends spiced pears with a crunchy almond crumble. This delightful tart brings comfort to any gathering, with its unique chai spice blend adding an inviting twist to traditional fruit desserts. Whether you’re hosting a festive celebration or enjoying a cozy night in, each slice promises to be memorable. Easy to prepare, this tart is not only visually stunning but also an impressive treat that will leave your guests asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 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
- Prepare the pastry by mixing flour, sugar, and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Add ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
- Toss sliced pears with brown sugar, flour, and spices in a bowl.
- Mix oats, almonds, brown sugar, and melted butter for the crumble topping.
- Roll out chilled dough into a circle and fit it into a tart pan. Fill with pear mixture and sprinkle crumble on top.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg