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Easy Cranberry Brie & Pear Tart

A flaky puff pastry tart layered with creamy brie, sweet pears, and tangy cranberries, baked until golden and finished with honey.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 240
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Tart Base
  • 1 sheet puff pastry thawed
  • 8 oz brie cheese sliced
  • 2 pears thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cranberries fresh or frozen
  • 2 tbsp honey plus more for drizzling
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 0.5 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 egg beaten for egg wash

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out puff pastry and place on prepared baking sheet.
  3. Score a 1-inch border around the pastry and prick the center with a fork.
  4. Brush border with beaten egg.
  5. Layer sliced brie over the center of the pastry.
  6. Arrange pear slices on top of the brie.
  7. Toss cranberries with honey, brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice, then spoon over pears.
  8. Bake 22–25 minutes until golden and bubbly. Cool slightly, drizzle with honey, slice and serve.

Notes

Best served warm. Add nuts or herbs for extra texture and flavor.