Get ready to wow your family and friends with the most irresistible Thanksgiving dessert that's both elegant and incredibly easy to make! These golden, flaky puff pastry berry tarts are about to become the star of your holiday table. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you'll create a dessert that looks like it came straight from a professional bakery - but shh, no one needs to know how effortless it was to prepare!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 package puff pastry sheets
- 1 cup mixed berries
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Thaw the puff pastry sheets at room temperature for about 15-20 minutes, ensuring they are pliable but still cold.
- In a medium bowl, combine mixed berries, sugar, and cornstarch. Gently mix until berries are evenly coated, creating a sweet fruit filling.
- Unfold the puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface and cut each sheet into 6 equal rectangular pieces.
- Place a small portion of the berry mixture in the center of each pastry rectangle, leaving a border around the edges.
- Fold the pastry edges over to create a rustic, free-form tart, slightly crimping the edges to seal in the filling.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl and brush the pastry edges with egg wash to ensure a golden, shiny finish.
- Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving for an elegant presentation.
Tips
- Keep your puff pastry cold: Thaw at room temperature, but work quickly to maintain its flakiness.
- Use fresh, seasonal berries for the most vibrant flavor.
- Don't overfill the pastry - leave a small border to prevent leaking.
- Egg wash is key to achieving that gorgeous golden-brown shine.
- Let the tarts cool slightly before serving to allow the filling to set.
- For an extra touch of elegance, use a mix of different berries like raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra decadent dessert experience.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the oven to restore crispness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 228kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 31mg
