Prepare to transform your dessert game with these irresistible Nectarine Puff Pastry Tarts that will make your taste buds dance and your guests swoon! Imagine a golden, flaky pastry adorned with juicy nectarine slices, caramelized with a hint of vanilla sugar - this is not just a dessert, it's a culinary masterpiece that looks like it came straight from a French bakery but can be effortlessly created in your own kitchen. Whether you're hosting a summer gathering or craving a quick sweet treat, these elegant tarts are about to become your new go-to dessert that's as impressive as it is delicious.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 tarts
Ingredients
- 2 sheets puff pastry
- 3 ripe nectarines
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Remove puff pastry sheets from the refrigerator and let them thaw at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
- Wash the nectarines thoroughly and slice them into thin, uniform wedges approximately 1/4 inch thick.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut each sheet into 3 equal rectangular pieces.
- In a small bowl, mix sugar and vanilla extract to create a sweet vanilla sugar mixture.
- Place pastry rectangles on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each tart.
- Arrange nectarine slices diagonally across each pastry rectangle, slightly overlapping the slices.
- Sprinkle the vanilla sugar mixture evenly over the nectarine slices.
- Whisk the egg and brush the exposed pastry edges with egg wash to create a golden finish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar or serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Tips
- • For the most beautiful and uniform tarts, use ripe but firm nectarines that will hold their shape during baking. • Allow puff pastry to thaw at room temperature for exactly 10 minutes - not too long, or it will become too soft and difficult to handle. • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to create clean, straight edges when cutting pastry rectangles. • Make sure to leave space between tarts on the baking sheet to allow proper puffing and browning. • For an extra luxurious finish, brush pastry edges with egg wash using a silicone pastry brush for even coverage. • If nectarines are particularly sweet, you can reduce the sugar slightly to balance the flavor. • Let tarts cool for a few minutes after baking to allow the pastry to set and become crisp. • Serve warm for the best texture and flavor experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 35mg
