Go Back
This Vegan Caramelized Pear Tart combines a buttery, flaky pastry with a fragrant almond cream filling and a hint of orange zest. Topped with caramelized pear slices, a crunchy pistachio crumble, and finished with a drizzle of vegan salted caramel, this show-stopping dessert is the perfect centerpiece for holidays, dinner parties, or any special occasion.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Bakery, Dessert
Cuisine French
Servings 8
Calories 410 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Vegan Pastry

  • 1 ½ cups 180 g all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend if needed)
  • ½ cup 110 g vegan butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 –3 tbsp ice-cold water
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar
  • Pinch of salt

For the Almond-Orange Filling

  • ½ cup 60 g almond flour
  • ¼ cup 50 g coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter softened
  • 2 tbsp plant-based milk
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 organic orange

For the Caramelized Pears

  • 3 ripe pears peeled, cored, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegan butter
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

For the Pistachio Crumble

  • ¼ cup chopped pistachios
  • 2 tbsp rolled oats
  • 1 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 1 tbsp vegan butter melted

For the Finish

  • Vegan salted caramel sauce store-bought or homemade
  • Extra orange zest for garnish

Instructions
 

Step 1: Make the Vegan Pastry

  • In a bowl, mix flour, coconut sugar, and salt.
  • Add cold vegan butter and rub in with your fingers until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs.
  • Add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until the dough comes together.
  • Wrap in cling film and chill for 30 minutes.

Step 2: Prepare Almond-Orange Filling

  • In a bowl, cream together softened vegan butter and coconut sugar.
  • Add almond flour, plant-based milk, cornstarch, vanilla, and orange zest. Mix until smooth.

Step 3: Caramelize the Pears

  • Heat vegan butter in a pan over medium heat.
  • Add pear slices, maple syrup, and cinnamon.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, turning gently, until pears are glossy and slightly softened.

Step 4: Assemble the Tart

  • Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  • Roll out pastry and line a 9-inch tart tin.
  • Spread almond-orange filling evenly.
  • Arrange caramelized pears in a fanned pattern on top.

Step 5: Add Pistachio Crumble

  • Mix pistachios, oats, coconut sugar, and melted vegan butter.
  • Sprinkle the crumble over the tart for texture and color.

Step 6: Bake & Finish

  • Bake for 35–40 minutes, until golden and set.
  • Cool slightly, then drizzle with vegan salted caramel and garnish with extra orange zest.

Notes

  • Make Ahead: The pastry and almond filling can be prepped a day ahead.
  • Flavor Twist: Add a splash of orange liqueur to the almond cream for extra aroma.
  • Nut-Free Option: Replace almond flour with oat flour and pistachios with pumpkin seeds.
  • Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best served slightly warm.
Keyword caramelized pear dessert, caramelized pear pastry, dairy-free tart, elegant vegan tart, orange almond tart, pear dessert for Christmas, pistachio pear tart, vegan holiday dessert, vegan pear tart, vegan tart recipes