d'Anjou Pear and Almond Tarts

I don't have a real sweet tooth so I wanted to make a dessert that wasn't too decadent. We love these tarts because they're just enough sweet with that unique pear taste and the crunch of almonds, a lot like apple pie. For those of you who make your own pie crust, it will make them that much better! I think these would pear well with your favourite cup of tea or a bubbly glass of Prosecco. Enjoy!

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 45 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 195 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted
• 3 tablespoons chopped almonds
• 7 tablespoons brown sugar
• 18 (3 inch) unbaked tart shells
• 1 teaspoon pear-flavored white balsamic vinegar
• 3 large ripe d'Anjou pears - peeled, cored, and diced

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 45 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place tart shells on a baking sheet.

Step 3

Stir brown sugar, melted butter, balsamic vinegar, and cinnamon together in a bowl; stir in pears and chopped almonds until completely coated. Spoon pear mixture into tart shells.