Description
These elegant tartlets feature caramelized pears and creamy ricotta cheese baked into a snowflake-shaped pastry, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ripe pears, thinly sliced
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add pear slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon, cooking until pears are caramelized, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
- Roll out the puff pastry on a floured surface and cut into snowflake shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Spread ricotta cheese evenly on each pastry shape, then top with caramelized pears.
- Brush edges with beaten egg and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and puffed.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For a festive touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving. Ensure pears are ripe for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 4g