Winter Fruit Tarts

Embrace cozy winter flavors with these irresistible Winter Fruit Tarts, a perfect blend of seasonal fruits and warm spices wrapped in a flaky, homemade pastry crust. This delightful recipe combines juicy pears, crisp apples, and tangy dried cranberries, enhanced by brown sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of nutmeg for that classic holiday aroma. The rustic galette-style tarts are easy to prepare with a buttery dough that comes together effortlessly, making this dessert as simple as it is stunning. Ideal for holiday gatherings or quiet nights by the fire, these mini tarts can be served warm or at room temperature, with a dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. From their golden, crispy crust to their bubbling spiced fruit center, these Winter Fruit Tarts are the ultimate comforting dessert for the colder months. Perfect for baking enthusiasts and holiday hosts seeking a showstopping treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 170 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Ice water
• 2 Pears (peeled, cored, diced)
• 2 Apples (peeled, cored, diced)
• 60 grams Dried cranberries
• 50 grams Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 Egg (beaten, for egg wash)
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the texture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 3

Divide the dough into two equal portions, flatten into disks, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

In a medium bowl, combine diced pears, apples, dried cranberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out one dough disk to about 1/8 inch thick. Using a round cutter or a bowl, cut out 4-5 inch circles.

Step 7

Place the dough circles onto the prepared baking sheet. Spoon a generous amount of the fruit mixture into the center of each circle.

Step 8

Fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pleating as necessary to enclose the filling while leaving the center exposed.

Step 9

Brush the folded edges of the dough with the beaten egg to give it a golden finish.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the filling is bubbly.

Step 11

Let the tarts cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1166.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3030.1

Total Fat 145.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 557.1mg	0%
Sodium 1321.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 402.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 183.2g
Protein 34.4g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 207.6mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 1018.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 52.6%