Puff Pastry Fruit Tarts

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The best part of this puff pastry tarts recipe is how incredibly easy and quick they are to make. Commonly referred to as upside-down puff pastry tarts, they take only a matter of minutes to put together.

I find a blueberry puff pastry tart (or any other preferred fruit) is perfect for when you're craving something sweet but want something quick & easy to put together. You'll have these prepped and cooked in just a little over 30 minutes.

If I haven't already convinced you why you should run to make these fruit tarts, here's why you're going to love them:

• Quick baking process - you'll have these ready to enjoy in just 35 minutes.
• Incredibly versatile - as you'll see below, there are so many different variations of flavor combinations to make.
• Easy to make - use store-bought puff pastry for the tarts combined with your favorite fruits and spices makes these the perfect easy puff pastry tarts.

Try some of our other delicious fruity filled dessert recipes like these easy peach bars, easy no-bake strawberry shortcakes, blueberry lemon scones, or these apple cupcakes.

• Puff pastry - You can use a single sheet of store-bought puff pastry from your local grocery store or homemade puff pastry sheets.
• Fresh fruit - I used fresh blueberries and apples for these tarts recipe, but you can use your favorite fruits such as strawberries, peaches, or cherries.
• Honey - Adds the perfect sweetness to these fruit tarts with puff pastry.
• Cinnamon - is a delicious way to flavor the apple tarts.
• Light brown sugar - It goes well with blueberries and apples. It would also pair well with other fruit options.
• Lemon - Used for zesting and adding to the blueberries. Puff pastry blueberry tarts with lemon is such a delicious flavor combination.
• Egg - Used for adding an egg wash on top of the fruit puff pastry desserts.
• Powdered sugar - An optional topping before serving that gives it the perfect touch.

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 F., and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2. Zest your lemon using a citrus zester.

Step 3. Start by unrolling the puff pastry onto a clean work surface. Be sure to allow the puff pastry to sit at room temperature so it does not crack. If the puff pastry tries to crack, it may still be too cold as it needs to thaw and soften.

Step 4. Once you have the sheet of puff pastries rolled out, use a rolling pin to slightly spread the puff pastry out by no more than an inch vertically and horizontally.

Step 5. Slice the pastry sheet into six large rectangular shapes. Using a pastry wheel cutter makes this super quick.

Step 6. Next, add about one tablespoon of honey in six spots on the parchment paper you placed on a baking sheet from earlier. I found that using a honeycomb stick is just as easy as using a tablespoon. Repeat until you have six drops of honey in total.

Note: Please keep in mind that the puff pastry will be placed over the top of the honey, so try to center the honey over where you plan to lay the remaining ingredients.

Step 7. Next, cut the apples into thin slices, as you'll be using three slices for each tart.

Step 8. Add the sliced apples, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a sprinkle of brown sugar on top of each drop of honey. Make sure the apples are not piled on top of each other, but a slight overlap is okay. Drizzle more honey over the apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar. I found three slices work the best. Repeat for three of the tarts.

Step 9. On the remaining drops of honey, add your blueberries. I used twelve blueberries per tart. Make sure the blueberries are arranged in a single layer and not piled on top of each other. Add a teaspoon of brown sugar and a sprinkle of lemon zest over the blueberries. Drizzle more honey over the top, much like you did with the apples.

Step 10. Cover all six areas of fruit with the previously sliced puff pastry. Press or crimp the edges to seal. The blueberries may gush out a little as they bake.

Step 11. Brush each tart with an egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool before serving. Enjoy!

Optional: Top with whipped cream, ice cream, powdered sugar, fresh lemon slices, or your choice of topping. These puff pastry fruit tarts are also perfect as is. Feel free to customize the fruit for these tarts, as they are incredibly versatile!

• Make sure your ingredients aren't too wet, as this will result in soggy puff pastry.
• Fresh berries yield the best results - purchased from the grocery store the same day is ideal!

• Use savory fillings - savory tarts would be a great appetizer recipe for your next dinner party. Add fresh basil, sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, or any of your favorite savory simple ingredients!
• Use orange or lime zest - if you're not a fan of lemon, you can also try using other citrus fruits.
• Use maple syrup - if a drizzle of honey isn't your preference, you can try substituting it for maple syrup.
• Add a cream cheese sauce - beat powdered sugar and cream cheese to add to the top of the cooled tarts.
• Use your favorite fruits - peaches, plums, cherries, pears and more.
• Add nuts - a sprinkling of pecans with the apples tastes lovely, and adds a bit of crunch.

For best results, you'll want to use a sharp knife or a pastry wheel cutter. Cut straight down in a straight line.

You can prepare puff pastry tarts the day before if you plan to serve at a dinner party or other event. They're a great crowd-pleaser!

The egg wash helps prevent the puff pastry tart from getting soggy in this recipe. You'll also want to be careful not to overfill with fruit, and your fruit choices are not too wet.

Puff pastry recipes are best when enjoyed on the same day. If you do end up having leftovers, make sure to enjoy them the next day. They can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days.

If you liked these puff pastry tarts, you may also enjoy:

• Easy Peach Bars
• Easy No-Bake Strawberry Shortcakes
• Blueberry Lemon Scones
• Apple Cupcakes

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